Tiffany & Co, the renowned luxury jeweller from New York, has further extended its presence in Bangkok by inaugurating a new boutique in IconSiam. This marks the esteemed brand’s third establishment in the capital city of Thailand. A Distinctive Boutique The…
Shell Thailand has initiated a significant expansion in its convenience retail sector across Southeast Asia, marking this advancement with the launch of its inaugural Convenience+ store. This venture has been developed in partnership with Tops Daily, a…
Home improvement retail is a sector known for its cyclical nature and susceptibility to shifts in consumer confidence. This is evident in Thailand’s DIY market, Southeast Asia’s largest, which is currently grappling with low consumer confidence, escalating…
Avocadoria, a dessert chain based in the Philippines, is breaking into the Thai market, further broadening its international reach. This will be the third overseas venture for the brand, following its successful introductions in Singapore and the United Arab…
Bangkok-based noodle brand, ThongSmith, has taken a step onto the international stage by launching its first overseas venture in Wan Chai, Hong Kong. With a reputation in Thailand for its upscale approach to traditional boat noodles, ThongSmith is bringing a…
Central Food Retail, a division of Central Retail, is broadening its operations via a collaboration with Emart, a South Korean retailer, to introduce No Brand, a store model focused on value, in Thailand. First No Brand Store in Thailand The No Brand store,…
Mr DIY, the biggest home improvement retail chain in Asia, is setting its sights on further expansion in Thailand, having recently reached the milestone of 1,000 stores in the country. Establishing a Strong Retail Presence Since its debut in Thailand in 2016,…
Thai retail powerhouse CP Axtra has secured a deal to acquire the Malaysian supermarket operator, The Food Purveyor, for a sum of US$421.6 million. The Food Purveyor’s Market Presence The Food Purveyor boasts a wide range of premium grocery brands under its…
Central Pattana is embarking on a significant expansion of Central Phuket, aiming to transform the mixed-use development into a keystone of Phuket’s transition from a tourist-centric locale to a global lifestyle hub. The expansion will enlarge the project’s…
Thai-based beauty retailer, Konvy, has made its physical debut in the Philippines by opening its inaugural flagship store in Robinsons Galleria, Pasig City. Konvy established its roots in the beauty industry in 2012, initially operating as an e-commerce…
The year 2026 is forecasted to observe a surge in market circulation during the Lunar New Year holiday in Thailand, with an estimated value of THB54.2 billion (US$1.75 billion). This anticipated figure would be the highest in six years, indicating an increase…
Italian luxury fashion house, Moncler, has announced the opening of its first independently operated store in Thailand. The store is situated in IconSiam, one of Bangkok’s largest multifunctional retail complexes. Expanding Footprint in Asia Pacific The…
Zimmermann, a renowned Australian fashion brand, has broadened its global presence with the inauguration of its debut store in Thailand, situated within IconSiam, Bangkok. Store Design and Highlights The boutique, created by Studio McQualter, is characterized…
In 2025, Thailand outperformed all Southeast Asian nations in the purchase of gold bars and coins, signaling a surge in demand. According to the World Gold Council, total purchases in the country amounted to 51.4 tonnes, which represented approximately 36% of…
Chinese tea chain, Chagee, has expanded its presence in Thailand with the launch of its flagship store at IconSiam. This addition increases the brand’s store count in the country to a total of 26 outlets. The newly opened store, comfortably situated on the G…
Swiss high-end watch manufacturer, Montres Breguet, has made its debut in Thailand with the launch of a boutique at IconSiam in Bangkok. Store Design The newly minted boutique showcases a unique design aesthetic, incorporating luxurious elements such as…
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