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…
7Up, owned by Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), has undertaken its most significant brand renovation in over 15 years. The company has given a fresh identity to the 7Up brand, which is valued at US$5 billion in the lemon-lime category. A New Identity 7Up is revising…
Bloom Nutrition, a health and wellness brand originating from the United States, has recently made its debut in Australia with the introduction of its Sparkling Energy Drinks. Nourishing Energy Beverages Bloom Nutrition’s unique beverage blend boasts zero…
Chinese restaurant chains are accelerating their growth in South Korea, capturing customers in the major tourist regions of Seoul with genuine Chinese food. This development is fueled by a boost in sales. Emerging Leaders in the Industry Among the most…
Renowned Japanese fashion label, Nanamica, has announced the inauguration of a new retail outlet in Shanghai, China. This is set to be the brand’s second international presence. The shop is strategically situated on Wukang Road, a bustling area within…
Southeast Asian coffee chains, including Malaysia’s Zus Coffee and Indonesia’s Kopi Kenangan, are extending their reach beyond their national borders, looking to make their mark on the region’s burgeoning café culture. Unleashing the Flavor of Southeast Asia…
Cosmetics giant Estée Lauder has recently invested in a minority share of the Mexican perfume label Xinú. This move represents Estée Lauder’s first venture into the Latin American market. The investment strategy was executed through New Incubation Ventures…
Urban Revivo, a leading fashion brand from Asia often dubbed as “the Zara of Asia,” has recently launched its flagship store in the UK, on Neal Street in Covent Garden. The 515 square meter store is nestled among unique boutique stores and established…
In a fashionable district of Seoul, two premier luxury brands are shifting their rivalry from the fashion world to the restaurant industry. Gucci is set to open its redesigned and relocated restaurant, Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura Seoul, within its…
Struggling grocery delivery company and grocer Honestbee has won another new lease on life with the appointment of a new CEO who has promised to revive the business with the support of investors. Details of the additional investment were not immediately…
Starbucks Coffee Company has announced a deal with Brightloom (formerly Eatsa), a San Francisco and Seattle tech company that is working to create a best-in-class end-to-end digital customer experience platform for the restaurant industry. Starbucks is…
Fledging startups are concerned most over a lack of funding to get their idea off the ground. Total venture capital investments into Vietnamese start-ups soared 78 percent to about $240 million last year, an official from start-up accelerator program Topica…
Mobile connectivity is fueling growth in Asia’s startup scene, a survey from Telenor Group shows. The survey covered technology buffs to better understand key startup trends for 2017 and the challenges and views of entrepreneurs in Asia. The survey was…
Industry players reveal what needs to be done to revive the retail sector and bounce back from the slump In January, the oldest department store in Singapore, John Little, will be shuttering for good after being in business for 174 years. The Plaza Singapura…
Weekly Briefing
Asia's retail intelligence, in your inbox
Tuesday, Thursday and a Saturday Weekly Wrap: the retail stories, numbers and moves that mattered across Asia. Nothing else, and you can unsubscribe in one click.
Top industry moves and market shifts
Weekly data-driven analysis from across Asia
Tuesday, Thursday and the Saturday Weekly Wrap
Read by retail operators, investors and brand teams across Asia.