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Figaro Group on track to reach 150-store target

Currently, the group has 30 new stores under construction.

Figaro Group on track to reach 150-store target

Currently, the group has 30 new stores under construction.

Kuwait’s consumer spending to grow 6.2% in 2022

This is due to Kuwait's recovery from COVID-19.

Amazon India launches emporium of Manipur artisans

It aims to support local artisans in collaboration with the Manipur government.

Alibaba’s Intime ties up with 16 brands for recycling initiative

Around 60 recycling stations will accept used clothing for recycling.

Paris Baguette operator buys full stake in restaurant chain Lina’s

SPC Group plans to expand Lina’s presence to North America and Southeast Asia.

South Korea’s GS25 donates inventory of closed stores

The inventory was sent to a rehabilitation facility for PWDs.

UNIQLO Singapore to open 3rd store in west region

The store located in The Clementi Mall will open on 24 June.

South Korea’s skincare market to reach $11.4b by 2026

This is up from $8.5b in 2021 projected by GlobalData. 

Malaysia’s wholesale, retail sales jump 15.2% YoY in April

This is due to the rise in online purchases and the Hari Raya celebration.

South Korea consumer spending to grow 2.8% in 2022: Fitch

Real household spending for 2022 will exceeds pre-pandemic levels.

Real household spending in UAE to rise by 4.2% in 2022

This comes as vaccine rollout drive more economic activity.

Chow Tai Fook Jewellery shines as profit grows 11% in 2022

Profit rose to HK$6.71b during the year ended March 2022.

Outwear brand K-Way® enters Hong Kong market

Its physical store is expected to open in October 2022.

What SEA, HK consumers plan to buy in the near future

Clothing or apparel and electronics were amongst the top items they want to purchase.