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COS opens first store in India

The store design was created entirely in-house.

Male skincare routines in Australia rise 20.7% in five years

Those aged 35 to 49 remain the largest group of skincare users.

Alfamart Philippines launches franchising program for MSMEs

It had 2,337 stores nationwide by September 2025.

Ingka Investments acquires U.S. logistics tech firm Locus

It provides AI-driven route optimisation and real-time tracking.

Singapore department stores shrink, add dining and wellness

Social media and e-commerce are raising shopper expectations.

Chagee opens largest flagship store in Hong Kong

This marks Chagee’s seventh outlet in the region.

Tumi expands flagship stores in Greater China

Another round of flagships is planned for Beijing, Chengdu, and Shenzhen.

Miniso launches in-house IP incubation plan

The move comes as global IP consumption rises.

Shenzhen trips drive household care purchases amongst Hong Kong shoppers

Three of four Hong Kongers visited the Chinese province in April.

CJ Foods opens first production plant in Japan to expand K-food

The group’s dumpling sales in Japan rose 28% in early 2025.

JD.com delivers over 30,000 iPhone 17 units within hours of launch

About 10,000 stores supported same-day delivery in 80% of counties.