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Starbucks Korea probed over unregistered pre-paid cards
The company was criticised for hiding pre-paid charges from financial supervision.
Starbucks Korea probed over unregistered pre-paid cards
The company was criticised for hiding pre-paid charges from financial supervision.
South Korea’s online brands expand to physical stores
The stores were designed to appeal to the younger generations.
Coupang faces allegations of manipulating employees’ work hours
Korean laws forbid workers from working more than 52 hours per week.
Starbucks Korea employees mull protests over workload
The wave of customers from regular giveaways may have caused complaints amongst staff.
Coupang allegedly risks data breach by storing user data in China
The company argued its Chinese subsidiary does not store personal data.
South Korea’s department stores tap into expanding art market
Lotte has recently launched an artwork sales exhibition.
Seoul announces branding 'K-Beauty' at Newsis K-Expo 2021
Domestic beauty experts ordered industry innovation measures post-pandemic.
South Korea’s stores lure customers to spend relief funds on electronics
Some have, however, criticized this, saying that the funds were meant for small businesses.
E-Mart 24 and Shinsegae open smart store in Seoul
Instant payment is made as soon as the customer leaves based on camera data.
South Korea’s home shopping operators embrace mini-programs
These programs mainly introduced the latest trends, particularly in social media.
Shinsegae’s online arm preps up for local IPO
It is expected to debut next year.
Nike launches a concept store in Seoul with sustainability service
Shoppers can drop off gently worn shoes and apparel for recycling or donations.
7-Eleven opens store in Seoul for testing tech solutions
The store will run a facial recognition-based entry management and payment system.
South Korea’s Myeongdong shopping district suffers rising store closures
The vacancy rate in South Korea reached 6.5% for small shops in South Korea.
Shinsegae’s vice chair on a roll with M&A
The company has recently bought an additional 17.5% stake in Starbucks Korea.
South Korea’s food industry bolsters offerings to golfer
Golf courses in the country have been surging in popularity since the pandemic.
Anime shops on the rise in South Korea’s department stores
An Animate store in Hongdae saw a threefold surge in visitors for the past two months.
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