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Mr DIY, a renowned retailer, has broadened its retail scope by launching a new larger-format store, known as Mr DIY Plus, located in The Mines, Malaysia. This latest addition encapsulates the company’s four diversified retail brands: Mr DIY, Mr Toy, Mr…
Vietnam’s textile and garment industry saw a slight increase in exports for the first half of the year, reaching an estimated $22.2 billion, marking a 1.7% rise compared to the same period in the previous year. This information was released by the Vietnam…
The popular convenience store chain, 7-Eleven, has filed a lawsuit against sportswear behemoth Nike, alleging that their upcoming sneaker design infringes upon 7-Eleven’s iconic tri-color branding. This legal action comes in response to the striking…
In celebration of its 185th anniversary, Watsons Hong Kong has unveiled a heritage concept store in Yau Ma Tei. This innovative store seeks to blend the brand’s long-standing pharmacy heritage with the excitement of experiential retail and exclusive…
Singapore’s retail sector experienced continued growth in May, albeit at a slower pace than in April. Statistics from the Department of Statistics indicate that retail sales, excluding motor vehicles, parts, and accessories, rose by 3.7% in May. This increase…
Saving money doesn’t always mean giving up the things you enjoy. Whether you’re shopping online, streaming your favorite content, or exploring digital entertainment such as Jili games, making smarter financial choices can help you get more value from your…
A customer in Jakarta sees a sofa on a marketplace at lunchtime, saves it, compares finishes on the brand’s website that evening, visits a showroom on the weekend to sit on it, then buys it online the following week from her phone on the commute home. Five…
Timex Group has successfully finalized the acquisition of Daniel Wellington, a distinguished Swedish watch and jewellery brand. This follows an initial 25% investment made by Timex three years prior. Throughout this time, the two entities have collaborated…
The retail sector in Hong Kong experienced a healthy growth in May, a trend that is anticipated to sustain, given the positive economic climate. Data from the Census and Statistics Department reveals a 7.9% year-on-year increase in retail sales, reaching…
Alumax Boats, a Dutch firm known for supplying water taxis for the 2012 London Olympics, has launched its first shipyard outside its homeland in Vietnam, through a joint venture partnership. This expansion was marked with a grand inauguration ceremony held on…
The Philippine government has sanctioned an unprecedented 12% increase in the daily minimum wage for Metro Manila, providing an additional 85 pesos (US$1.4) in two separate instalments beginning later this month. This decision is set to impact over 1.1…
Google is currently in the process of testing a new feature for both iOS and Android known as Gmail Live. This innovative feature will allow users to engage in a conversational interaction with the Gmail application, particularly when seeking information from…
Retail giant Miniso has unveiled a HK$2 billion (approximately US$255 million) share buyback initiative. This strategic move comes several months after Guofu Ye, Miniso’s founder, chairman and CEO, vowed to augment his personal stake in the company. The…
After a three-month refurbishment, Pokémon Center Singapore celebrated its reopening at Jewel Changi Airport, presenting a fresh store design influenced by Singapore’s rich cultural heritage and an array of exclusive new merchandise. The updated store boasts…
IndiaMart, a leading online marketplace in India, intends to significantly boost its investment in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The company has announced plans to double spending on AI tools every six months with an aim of mitigating false…
AS Watson Group, a leading global health and beauty retailer, has announced the promotion of Queennie Fung to the position of General Manager of Group Corporate Communications. In this role, Fung will be responsible for overseeing the company’s brand…
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