Patchi, a well-known chocolatier, is unveiling a new global branding strategy in Malaysia. This significant transformation comes as the company celebrates its 50th anniversary and aims to evolve its brand imagery and retail experience. The Rebranding…
As the week concluded, the price of gold in Vietnam exhibited an upward trend on Saturday morning, even though the precious metal ended the week with a 2% drop in value. The price of gold bars from Saigon Jewelry Company increased by 0.48%, reaching a new…
HSBC has recently publicized the appointment of Desmond Kuang to the position of Chief Investment Officer for Asia, in its Private Bank and Premier Wealth division. Kuang will officially take over his new role, based in Singapore, on July 6, 2026. Regional…
Texas Chicken, a prominent quick-service restaurant chain, is set to expand its footprint to China. The company plans to inaugurate its first restaurant in the country later in the year, following a significant deal to open over 600 establishments nationwide.…
Hong Kong real estate developers are elevating their prices for newly built homes, following a pattern of successful sales. This trend is occurring amidst growing economic and political instability, as well as uncertainty revolving around interest rates.…
On Wednesday afternoon, a decrease in gasoline prices was observed in Vietnam, a result of the global markets stabilizing after a ceasefire agreement was reached in the Middle East. The well-known fuel variant, RON95, witnessed a drop of 1.63%, bringing the…
Swiss investment company, Vontobel, has announced its plan to establish a new office in Düsseldorf in 2026. This new branch will further assert their position in Germany, with a particular focus on high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and family offices in…
On Monday, the U.S. dollar experienced a slight decrease in value against the Vietnamese dong while maintaining stability against other significant currencies. Vietnam-based bank Vietcombank quoted the U.S. dollar at 26,344 VND, marking a negligible decline…
In 2025, Vietnam witnessed an impressive import of over 56,500 tonnes of poultry from Europe, securing the country’s position as the second-largest consumer in Southeast Asia, with the Philippines leading the pack. This considerable import included various…
Swiss accessory brand, Freitag, is expanding its international retail presence through a multi-faceted partnership with Dover Street Market (DSM). The partnership will consist of both permanent and temporary retail establishments, as well as an exclusive…
PDD Holdings, the parent company of Temu, failed to meet its quarterly revenue and profit forecasts this Wednesday. The company highlighted the increasing domestic competition coupled with worldwide uncertainty as factors that will continue to impact…
German luxury leather goods brand, Aigner, has entered into a collaboration with Melchers China to bolster its presence in mainland China. Partnership Details As per the arrangement, Melchers China will handle all facets of Aigner’s local retail and…
The prime office space vacancy rates in Hong Kong’s central business district have once again dipped into single figures for the first time in over two years, marking a resurgence in demand within the previously struggling office market. A Turnaround in…
Fruit prices in Vietnam, including watermelon and orange, have drastically dropped to VND1,000–5,000 (3.8-19 U.S. cents) per kilogram. This decrease is attributed to a slump in domestic demand coupled with strict quality control enforced by China, a major…
Siddhartha Shukla is set to leave his position as deputy CEO of the high-end fashion label Lanvin after a four-year tenure. Shukla, who has extensive experience in the luxury industry, joined Lanvin towards the end of 2021 with a vision to assist in the…
On Monday afternoon, there was a marginal increase in Vietnam’s gold prices, while international rates remained virtually unchanged. Gold bars offered by Saigon Jewelry Company witnessed a 0.27% rise, settling at VND183.1 million (US$6,964.49) per tael.…