Articles, analysis and interviews by Mei Ling Tan.
Mei Ling Tan is the Editor of Retail News Asia, where she leads the editorial team in delivering in-depth coverage of Asia’s dynamic retail landscape. With over a decade of experience in business journalism, Mei Ling is known for her sharp analysis, deep industry insights, and commitment to uncovering the stories behind Asia’s most innovative retail brands. Before joining Retail News Asia, Mei Ling held senior reporting roles at regional business publications, covering everything from consumer trends to digital transformation in retail. A graduate of the National University of Singapore with a degree in Communications and New Media, she combines journalistic integrity with a strong understanding of evolving market forces. Outside the newsroom, Mei Ling is a frequent speaker at industry panels and a mentor for young journalists. She’s passionate about the intersection of technology, culture, and commerce—and believes the future of retail in Asia will be defined by bold ideas and boundary-pushing entrepreneurs.
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CapitaMalls has completed due diligence in its bid for Tropicana City Mall and Office Tower in Selangor, Malaysia. CapitaMalls will pay RM540 million (US$146.4 million) for the complex through its Malaysian subsidiary CapitaMalls Malaysia Trust (CMMT).…
Fast food giant McDonald’s says its global same store sales fell 1.7 per cent in February. More worryingly, “aggressive competitive activity”, led to sales in its core US home market falling by four per cent. Across Asia, the Middle East and Africa, sales…
A Malaysia online fashion destination started by a local married couple has attracted serious capital investment led by US private equity investor Elixir Capital. While the exact amount of the investment has not been disclosed by either party, the…
Thailand’s Mega Home Center Co, the chain seller of home and construction materials, is keen to expand its branches in border provinces to cash in on flourishing border trade and special economic zone activity. Supornsri Naktanasukanjn, the company’s chief…
South Korea’s Lotte has acquired a majority share in a Ho Chi Minh City shopping centre, office and apartment complex as it protects its Vietnam beachhead. Lotte Vietnam has bought out another Korean business’ 70 per cent stake in Diamond Plaza, a high…
Burberry has opened its first freestanding store in Shinsaibashi, Osaka. Set over two floors, the new flagship store houses the largest Burberry product assortment in Osaka, including the brand’s collection of Made in England trench coats. In-store digital…
Just three years after its opening, questions are being asked about the business model of Wheelock Properties’ luxury Scotts Square Singapore shopping centre. The compact but glitzy mall opened in 2012 on the site of the demolished Scotts Shopping Centre. It…
The luxury apparel retailer has announced four new licensing agreements – for bedding, bath, wallpaper, rugs, furniture and household items, according to a report on Bloomberg. In the first year, Kate Spade aims to sell US$100 million to US$150 million worth…
Fast growing Chinese QSR operator Country Style Cooking Restaurant Chain has reported a decline in same-store sales as it focuses on quality rather than price. Total revenue in 2014 rose 7.5 per cent to RMB1.46 billion ($235.7 million), but comparable sales…
Troubled fashion group Giordano knows it faces a challenge restoring its mojo. Last week Giordano reported falling sales in every single market globally – in the worst case, Australia, by 20 per cent year on year. Profit slumped 35 per cent. But the Hong…
Indonesia’s retail sales grew by a surprisingly high 10.4 per cent in January, fueled by sales of IT and communication equipment, food and beverages. Bank of Indonesia data released Tuesday showed the growth considerably higher than December’s 3.3 per cent,…
The much anticipated Apple Watch has been unveiled – and China, Hong Kong and Japan will be among the first 10 markets globally in which it will go on sale. From April 10, the Apple Watch range will be available for preview, fitting and ordering in Australia,…
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