JudyDoll, a popular beauty brand from mainland China, has recently ventured into the physical retail space, having inaugurated its first store in Hong Kong. This move signifies the brand’s ongoing efforts to expand its horizons beyond e-commerce, marking a…
Li-Ning, a prominent sportswear company in China, has recently announced a multi-faceted partnership with NBA Star, Stephen Curry. This exciting collaboration will initially emphasize on the sport of basketball and golf, with future plans to expand into…
BHC Chicken, a renowned fried chicken brand originating from South Korea, is setting its sights on broadening its reach within Southeast Asia, with plans to launch in Vietnam. This move is part of an ongoing expansion strategy that is rapidly growing the…
The world’s largest food and beverage chain, China’s Mixue, experienced a decrease in its international outlets in 2021. A significant number of these closures occurred in Indonesia and Vietnam, as the company strived to enhance its operations and efficiency.…
Fonterra, the world’s foremost dairy exporter, has concluded its internal hunt for a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) by naming the veteran employee, Richard Allen, as successor. Richard Allen: The New CEO of Fonterra Richard Allen, who started his career…
Burger King, the renowned American fast food titan, has shuttered all its outlets in Hanoi, marking the end of over a decade-long presence in the city and simultaneously narrowing its footprint in Ho Chi Minh City. Shutting Down Operations Imex Pan Pacific…
The renowned Chinese hotpot restaurant chain, Haidilao, announced that it generated over US$93.9 million in revenue from its operations in Vietnam in 2025, marking a 7% increase from the previous year. This solid performance propelled Vietnam to become…
TikTok, the renowned Chinese social media platform, has pledged an investment of $125 million in Ho Chi Minh City. The funds are intended to boost logistics services, digital commerce, and digital payment systems in the bustling Vietnamese metropolis. Pledged…
For the second consecutive year, Chinese hotpot chain Haidilao has earned the title of “the world’s strongest restaurant brand” after experiencing a robust double-digit increase in value. The brand’s worth rose by 16% to reach $3.6 billion, propelling its…
Swiss sportswear label, On, has unveiled its inaugural standalone shop in South Korea, furthering its direct-to-consumer reach within the nation. Strategically Located in Seoul The store, nestled within Seoul’s Hannam district, signifies On’s maiden…
The popular Chinese milk tea franchise, Chagee, will be making its first appearance in South Korea during this quarter. Three branches of the chain will be opened concurrently in the districts of Gangnam, Yongsan, and Sinchon in Seoul. This move is part of…
Swiss sportswear brand On has recently unveiled its grandest flagship store to date. This store is located at Shenzhen MixC World, China. This move is part of the brand’s ongoing effort to expand its retail footprint in one of its most rapidly expanding…
Beams, a prominent fashion and lifestyle retailer originating from Japan, is gearing up to establish a flagship store in Los Angeles, significantly expanding its influence in the US market. Expanding Retail Space This new retail location will cover…
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…
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…
South Korean coffee powerhouse, The Venti, has recently entered into a strategic master franchising agreement with JKT Networks. This strategic partnership aims at further expanding The Venti’s presence into the Middle Eastern market. First Steps Into the…
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