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Anime shops on the rise in South Korea’s department stores
Anime shops on the rise in South Korea’s department stores
An Animate store in Hongdae saw a threefold surge in visitors for the past two months.
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Retailers rethink premium strategy as Filipino consumers grow more ‘value fluid'
Retail leaders say value-driven shoppers mix premium and budget buys, pushing brands to prove value beyond price.