Stores

Easy and challenging steps to make SG brands ‘world-class’ competitive

Marketing experts advise investing in omnichannel strategies and talent to diversify brands in a global space.

UNIQLO names COO to lead global expansion

Board Director Daisuke Tsukagoshi’s appointment will take effect on 1 September.

Roark Capital acquires Subway

Subway accounts for 14% of the global sales in the bakery products limited-service restaurants sector.

Starbucks Malaysia launches Signing Store in Borneo

Signing Stores create job opportunities for the deaf, and hard-of-hearing people.

Marimekko expands to Vietnam, Malaysia

It signed a franchise deal with Jaspal Group for its growth in Asia.

How Australians navigate retail spending amidst cost-of-living pressures

Omnichannel retail is projected to continue due to demand for hybrid shopping.

How beauty brands can penetrate the Japanese market

They can leverage on K-Beauty products and traditional ingredients, amongst others.

Thailand’s Central Retail, Ant Group launch Alipay+ in over 3,000 stores

This will allow tourists from other Asian countries to pay using digital wallets.

H&M revamps flagship Singapore store

The flagship store will now feature H&M Home and augmented reality.

Ayurvedic beauty, personal care regain traction in India

Mintel said this is due rising priority given to self-care.

Yum China opens 422 new stores in Q2

The company aims to open around 1,100 to 1,300 new stores in 2023.

Watsons partners with 4 brands for sustainability push

The brand collaborated with Kenvue, L’Oréal, and P&G.

Nearly 90% of consumers from emerging Asian markets want more sustainable lifestyle

Consumers from emerging markets are the most willing to learn more about sustainability.

Japan’s games, puzzles market almost double in 2022

Driven by Pokemon, it recorded the fastest growth in Asia.