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Google has launched its first direct-to-consumer store outside of the United States, situated in Tokyo. Marrying product sales, hands-on experiences, and customer service, this concept provides a comprehensive retail experience for both potential customers…
The retail market of Kuala Lumpur is poised to welcome another addition. Ombak KLCC, a new shopping complex, is slated to commence operations from August 21 in the KLCC precinct. The project, sprawled across 420,000 square feet, will serve as a host for…
Australia’s supermarket behemoth, Coles, has announced that it will be outsourcing numerous jobs to India through a strategic alliance with Accenture, management consultants. This move comes as a result of the intensifying competition within the retail…
Heartland 66, located in Wuhan, China, is broadening its retail landscape with the introduction of two novel concepts: the 24KR Korean Trend Zone and Greenhouse by Edgestreet. This move is part of a larger strategy to transition away from conventional retail,…
Hang Lung Properties, a prominent Hong Kong property development firm, recently announced the appointment of retail expert, Leo Tsoi, as their new CEO and Executive Director. His tenure is scheduled to commence effectively as of October 1. In an initial…
Japanese retail behemoth Aeon is withdrawing from the supermarket industry in Thailand, divesting its local enterprise to Central Group. This is a strategic shift in investment focus towards rapidly expanding markets across Southeast Asia. Transition of…
Despite the overall downturn in Hong Kong’s retail market, fast-food conglomerate McDonald’s has successfully managed to sell close to half of its 23 retail properties in the city at premium rates. The selling spree initiated in July of the previous year, in…
Renowned fashion brand, Skims, has recently launched in India through an exclusive collaboration with Reliance Retail. The brand is going to be available across both physical retail outlets and digital platforms. Co-created by Kim Kardashian and Jens Grede in…
Over 40 universities are participating in a national initiative to explore how product packaging can be transformed into a constant customer engagement platform through augmented reality. This comes at a time when retailers and brands are grappling with…
Retail sales in Singapore experienced increased growth in June, with most sectors seeing improvements, with the most significant ones being recreational goods, watches, and jewelry. According to the Department of Statistics, retail sales—excluding motor…
Misto Holdings has significantly broadened Fila’s retail presence in Malaysia with the launch of four new stores in the first half of this year. This expansion has increased the brand’s footprint in the country to a total of 14 locations. Strategic Expansion…
Lululemon, the athletic apparel retailer, has once again opened the doors of its Hysan Place store in Hong Kong’s bustling Causeway Bay neighborhood. This is a part of the company’s ongoing effort to expand its community-driven retail model and solidify its…
In June, Hong Kong saw an impressive rise in retail sales, with a 4.6% increase compared to the same month in the previous year. This resulted in a total of HK$31.5 billion (US$4.02 billion) in sales, signifying a consistent growth pattern for the 14th…
Spanish fashion retailer, Massimo Dutti, has expanded its presence in South Korea with the opening of a novel flagship store in Seoul’s Hannam district. This store, which is a blend of fashion, design, and cultural experiences, marks the brand’s first foray…
The moment has arrived: Retail News Asia is now running on a brand-new platform. Over the past few days we worked hard to make this move happen, and we’re proud of the result. But just as important to us is taking a moment to recognize the people we do this…
While customers continue to make purchases across various channels, several retail businesses struggle with outdated and disconnected systems. These systems were designed during a simpler time and are now proving to be inadequate in handling the dynamic…
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