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Jollibee exits PHO24 business

This will enable the company to concentrate on its other businesses.

FamilyMart Malaysia’s store cafe secures halal certification

It plans to have 300 halal-certified FamiCafé by 2025.

JD.com CEO steps down

Lei Xu will be replaced by CFO Sandy Ran Xu.

Tim Hortons to launch in South Korea

It signed a master franchisee agreement with South Korean QSR chain BKR Co. Ltd.

Why Athleisure's Pulse is Racing in Southeast Asia

When COVID-19 disrupted our lives a few years ago, consumers swapped their skinny jeans and trouser suits for comfy leggings and joggers and haven’t looked back since. Athleisure has taken the world by storm, and consumers in Southeast Asia love it.

DFI Retail names new Group chief executive

Scott Price will assume the position on 1 August.

Watsons expands products under the Sustainable Choices scheme

There are now 8,000 products offered under the scheme.

China leads new stores opening in 2022

The country accounted for 41% of all stores that opened last year.

Domino’s Pizza to open over 400 stores in China until 2024

This came after the franchisee in China debuted on Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

A decade in the game, MINISO aims to transform into a lifestyle super brand

China-based MINISO has over 5,400 stores, of which more than 2,000 are in global markets, and it’s still growing.

Out and about, Asia Pacific consumers seek tactile experiences

Retailers need to use their stores for brand storytelling and multifunctional purposes to engage customers.

Australians prefer in-store retail due to digital shopping fatigue

Around 3 in 5 Australians want in-store retail therapy.

SKS Capital invests in South Korea’s Grace

The $5m raised will be used for Grace’s business expansion.

How SHEIN cuts carbon emissions in its warehouses

The company aims to cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 25% in its value chain by 2030.