Stores

A.S. Watson bares new sustainability targets

This includes reducing GHG emissions in its operations.

How the lockdown transformed consumers in the digital era

Speakers at the Retail Asia Summit discussed their forecasts for the retail industry in the next two to five years.

Starbucks Korea opens first subway store in Seoul

It does not have plans to expand to more underground locations.

Japan’s retail sector enjoys foot traffic recovery in Q1

Second-hand luxury goods businesses saw solid demand in the quarter.

South Korea’s retail sales grow 10.6% YoY in April

Online and offline retailers posted 11%, and 10.2% growth, respectively.

South Korean retailers expand entertainment space on-site

A Lotte Mart outlet opened a futsal court, whilst a Homeplus store built a swimming pool.

The J Shop opens 4 pilot physical stores in Chinese cities

Three of the stores were jointly developed with Italian luxury retailer COSCIA.

China’s retail market not out of the woods yet for Q2

Most retailers moved into a wait-and-see mode in Q1 due to lockdowns.

Starbucks’ Russia exit opens expansion opportunities in Asia: report

Starbucks followed Mcdonald’s move to withdraw operations in Russia. 

Vietnam retail sales rises 6.5% in first 4 months

Fitch Solutions noted the country already steered clear of the low base effects.

India’s retail inflation to hit 6% in 2022: GlobalData

This follows the ban on wheat exports India imposed.