Staff Reporter

JFC sets $347.4m capital expenditure for 2022

A portion will be used for their new stores and renovations.

Uniqlo Japan same-store sales slip by 7.1% in January

This was due to a lack of inventory of thermal clothing.

Lunar New Year, Olympics drive JD.com’s sales growth

Turnover increased by over 50% year-on-year.

Central Retail eyes doubling revenue with THB100b investment

This is under its 5-year CRC Retailligence business strategy.

Online shopping in South Korea up nearly 16% in December 2021

Transactions stood at KRW18.41t, Statistics Korea reported.

P&G Vietnam wins Digital Marketing Strategy of the Year – Vietnam award for revamped Head & Shoulders brand

Its Head & Shoulders campaign injected a fresher look and humour into the brand across Vietnam’s regions.

KFC Singapore eyes 40% increase in breakfast sales in next 3 years

The fast-food chain will be increasing its ad spend to achieve this.

Vietnam’s retail sales recover after two years of 'underperformance'

The industry grew by 1.1% and 1.3% in November and December last year.

Breitling opens largest flagship store in South Korea

The two-storey Breitling Townhouse in Hannam includes a restaurant and café.

Vietnam’s household spending to rise 5.7% YoY to $123.4m in 2022

This is due to the expected gradual lifting of restrictions this year.

Amazon India to launch initiatives for women entrepreneurs in Karnataka

The company will extend the benefits of its “Saheli” program to train women merchants.

India’s grocers to gain in redefining its core value proposition

The grocers can start by evaluating their consumers’ spending behaviours.

Japanese multinational fast-food chains reel over potato shortage

The shortage has pushed McDonald’s Japan to temporarily drop some offerings.

H&M India to roll out home decor products in spring

Its H&M Home products will also be introduced in its existing stores in India.