Stores

The Body Shop’s shortfalls rooted in heightened global competition

This is underscored by Aurelius’ acquisition of the brand from Natura & Co.

The Body Shop’s shortfalls rooted in heightened global competition

This is underscored by Aurelius’ acquisition of the brand from Natura & Co.

Rise of minimarts compels large-format stores to rethink growth strategy

Their focus should shift towards customer density instead of store scale.

Siam Piwat, Hyundai Department Store partner for retail expansion

The collaboration will help draw Thailand’s growing K-culture crowd.

Louis Vuitton launches VIP-exclusive store in Singapore

The L’Appartement is the first-ever boutique exclusive to VIP Louis Vuitton shoppers.

SUGI Holdings to enter Thailand’s health and beauty care industry

Together with Retail Business Public, all parties will present a new store concept by mid-2024.

Woolworths CEO to retire in September

Brad Banducci will be succeeded by Amanda Bardwell.

ASEAN consumer activity to moderate in 2024: report

The region, however, will remain the fastest-expanding market globally.

Daiso founder Hirotako Yano passes away at 80

Yano established the company in 1977.

Louis Vuitton opens first restaurant in SEA

The restaurant is a creative collaboration with legendary chef Gaggan Anand.

Indonesian consumers pivot towards halal cosmetics: analyst

The sector will achieve a CAGR of 3% to 4% in APAC from 2022 to 2027.

Restaurant Brands International unveils long-term growth plan for 2028

The company aims to open 40,000 restaurants for its four anchor brands.

Frictionless commerce faces uphill battle from lukewarm customer feedback

The sector gained a moderate $375.m from retail in 2023.

Foodservice is the next hot ticket for luxury maisons in Asia

Over 30% of young respondents are seeking new experiences outside of brands.

The Warehouse Group runs 26 stores with solar power

It aims to be 100% solar-powered by end-2026.