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Korean fashion brand Layer signs exclusive licensing deal with Marithé François Girbaud
Marithé François Girbaud’s rebranding in Korea led to $74m in sales.
Taylor Swift's concert boosts Australian retail sales by 0.3% in February
The clothing, footwear and personal accessories sector saw the biggest growth.
IPPG and China Duty Free to open 3 duty-free outlets in Vietnam
This first store will open in Quang Ninh Province this year.
VinFast opens first dealership in Indonesia
It is also planning for further expansion across major cities in 2024.
Jollibee's JWPL pledges $66.76m to Titan Fund II for F&B sector growth
It will hold a 90% stake in Titan Fund II.
Grown Alchemist opts for private ownership post L'OCCITANE exit
The brand is targeting international expansion, with a particular focus on North America and China.
APAC retailers urged to embrace entertainment-led strategies
Retailers are encouraged to transform their physical stores into entertainment hubs.
L'Occitane names Green Yip as new APAC managing director
Yip previously served for Estee Lauder as Vice President for Travel Retailing.
Local flavours and natural remedies define trending Thai cuisine: Mintel
Around 3 in 5 Thai consumers prefer food with high nutritional content.
American-based spirits brand Brown-Forman enters Japan market
Brown-Forman previously entered the market in the 1970s.
7-Eleven International completes $1.1b acquisition of 7-Eleven Australia
The agreement adds over 750 stores in Australia to 7-Eleven International's global portfolio.
Restaurants revive snacking out with new menu items aimed at Gen Z consumers
Around 43% of consumers have been snacking daily or frequently within a week.
Swee Lee unveils new music lifestyle store in Clarke Quay
Highlights of the store include dedicated spaces for product demos, lounging, and listening to vinyl records.
Southeast Asia's coffee and tea shop sales surge to $4.4b
Singapore was seen by some coffee chains as a strategic hub for their international ventures in the coffee industry.
ION Orchard launches Singapore's 1st Sustainable Takeaway Programme
Sustainable Takeaway will run from 1 April to 30 September 2024.
Indonesian consumers embrace functional fragrances as stress level rises
Around 80% of consumers consider a product’s health impact in their purchase.