Topic
15 stories in this topic
Zhu Bingren Copper, a renowned Chinese copper craftsmanship brand, has unveiled its inaugural flagship store in Singapore, operating as its international brand, ZenBron. This marks the brand’s first-ever venture outside of its home country. Expanding Borders…
Italy’s iconic coffee brand, Lavazza, has recently established its inaugural store in Hong Kong’s bustling financial district, Central. This is a result of a strategic partnership with Yum China. The new location aims to provide a unique coffee experience by…
Qatar Duty Free has embarked on a collaboration with Chinese collectibles company Pop Mart to unveil the brand’s first Middle Eastern store. This partnership marks a novel blend of travel retail and pop culture experiences. Unveiling Pop Culture at Hamad…
In the dynamic world of retail, heritage brands and new entrants alike are recognizing the power of authenticity. This realization was notably demonstrated when a sponsored post by an employee reached a staggering 3.9 million views. In this case, the loss…
The agro-forestry-fishery sector has made new export records in 2022 thanks to the diversification of markets and products. Statistics show that the sector’s export turnover is expected to top $53 billion in the year with a trade surplus of $7.8 billion, up…
South Korean department stores are on track to transform their outlets from simple shopping centres into culture spaces. The primary factor behind the department stores’ increasing efforts to install cultural spaces is the sluggish performance of their…
The Andrews Labor Government has said it will launch a review of Melbourne’s Federation Square after Heritage Victoria blocked the construction of an Apple flagship on the site, citing adverse effects on the square’s cultural heritage. The plan, which would…
The new digital platform, which offers lower lending rates and encourages prompt debt repayment, could compete with banks’ personal loan facilities. Singapore fintech company Credit Culture has announced the launch of its moneylending platform, making it the…
The Australian Senate thinks there needs to be a comprehensive shift in power in the franchising sector. In a long-awaited report on its inquiry into the sector, released today, the Senate said the current regulatory environment has failed to deter poor…
In recent years, the term “culture complex” has often been seen on social media. Postings showing people spending time at these spaces are shared often, attached with hashtags that read “culture life,” “leisure time” and “relaxation.” Culture complexes have…
While big data analytics is on every communications service provider’s (CSP) radar, investment levels are relatively minor for most organizations, with many barely scratching the surface, according to Pyramid Research. The company’s latest report states that…
Two of the China/Asia Pacific region’s latest store openings showcase Starbucks store design capabilities. These stores in Taiwan and Hong Kong use a mix of historic and new design elements to enhance the coffee experience. Forging the Past with the Present…
Gucci and its parent company apologized Friday after drawing heavy criticism for warning some Hong Kong shops not to sell paper offerings for the deceased that resembled the fashion brand’s luxury products. The brand and its Paris-based owner, Kering, also…
It was a quick decision for Wu Qiaoyun, 35, from Yunnan province, when she splashed out nearly 90,000 yuan (HK$107,000) on a new Peugeot 301 just before the Lunar New Year. As a new mother of a four-month-old baby girl she believed a car would be more…
During the Lunar New Year period, most Hongkongers would need some red envelopes to put in lucky money for kids, for young unmarried colleagues or for doormen. The envelopes are often obtained free as they are given away by banks, corporate houses or business…
