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Metro Retail expands in Visayas with new retail projects
It announced new developments in Leyte-Samar and Negros Occidental.
Rakuten Rakuma to expand cross-border sales on eBay USA
It aims to boost international sales for merchants.
Home fitness equipment market to grow by $4.44b by 2028
It is driven by rising health awareness and smartphone penetration
Shopee Malaysia sees 116% surge in livestream shoppers during CNY
Searches for festive treats jumped over 3,000%.Shopee Malaysia recorded a 116% surge in Malaysian buyers on Shopee Live during the Chinese New Year period, as more shoppers turned to livestream shopping to interact with sellers and discover festive essentials.
Tiffany & Co. opens flagship store in Chengdu, China
This highlights the brand’s commitment to the Chinese market.
$7.3b growth expected in outdoor apparel industry by 2029
Product innovation and premiumisation are driving market growth.
What’s driving the hair care market
It is driven by social media influence and beauty blogging.
Paragon Reit to privatise with $0.98 cash offer per unit
The offer is 7.1% higher than the adjusted net asset value.
L'Oréal boosts beauty innovation with startup investment in SAPMENA
It offers startups collaboration opportunities with its 37 brands.
Global shoe care market to grow by $284.4m by 2029
It is driven by the demand for premium and casual footwear.
Suntory Beverage & Food Hong Kong clinches FMCG Asia Awards 2024 for product debut
Suntory’s commitment to innovation and quality sustainability is embodied in its Suntory Oolong Tea.
Deliveroo, Sheng Siong partner for enhanced grocery delivery in Singapore
The partnership will see 21 Sheng Siong stores available on Deliveroo
DFI Retail names new CEO of 7-Eleven in South China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Singapore
He will lead the brand’s strategy and operations in these markets.
South Korea's Lotte Wellfood expands India operations with new plant
The company plans to increase production lines from nine to 16 by 2028.
Gaw Capital Partners and Patience Capital Group acquire Tokyu Plaza Ginza
Gaw Capital holds 91% of the joint venture, with PCG owning 9%.
Custom apparel market to grow by $2.45b by 2029
It is driven by rising internet and smartphone usage.
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