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Muji to ramp up grocery business in new stores

The company intends to open 50 new stores by August 2022.

FJ Benjamin, Lazada Singapore partner to boost online-offline sales

The brands have signed a memorandum of understanding.

Cosmetics on the rise for South Korea's convenience stores

Such stores in business districts saw a 226% leap in cosmetics sales.

APAC dominates global electronics stores market in 2020

The global market saw a total revenue of $982b during the year.

South Korea's online shopping sites compete over swift delivery

Platforms such as Naver and 11st are rolling out same-day delivery services.

Central Retail launches new bookstore concept

Now under Central Retail, the new store concept of B2S features a 'book cave'.

Traditional groceries remain critical in China's rural areas: report

Nearly half of China’s grocery sales go through traditional trade.

Shopee, Amorepacific sign memorandum to boost K-beauty growth

The memorandum also aims to strengthen regional partnership between the two parties.

Tata's backing offers competitive edge for India's BigBasket

The conglomerate is in the final stages of buying a 60% stake in the retailer for $1.3b.

APAC to dominate global value apparel market by 2024

A growing middle class makes China and India an attractive market for low-end fashion brands.

Japan's convenience stores look to get back growth

Some stores are beginning to test small minimart grocery formats.

South Korea's craft brewers urge to allow online sales of beers

Over half of the country’s small craft brewers are now under restructuring.

Tech improvements boost India's online fashion retail market

A growing e-commerce has also been gaining grip in the country.