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India’s retail inflation to hit 6% in 2022: GlobalData

This follows the ban on wheat exports India imposed.

Starbucks Korea vows to recycle all coffee grounds by 2027

Coffee grounds were reclassified as recirculation resources last March.

AllDay Supermarket profit climbs 33% in Q1 despite Omicron threat 

Its net profit stood at P95m (approx. US$1.8m), up from P71m (US$1.3m).

India’s Big Bazaar maintains lead with boost from young shoppers, online investments 

GlobalData reported that 59% of Indian consumers shop at Big Bazaar.

Shakey’s PIZZA more than doubles net income to P76m in Q1 

This was driven in part by a strong resurgence of dine-in sales.

Carousell to acquire Singapore’s Refash

The acquisition will simplify the selling process for time-starved users.

JFC net income skyrockets to $43.9m in Q1 2022

The increase from $2.9m in Q1 2021 is backed by property transfer and sales.

Subway, Pegacorn ink agreement for expansion in Peninsular Malaysia

Around 500 Subway stores will be opened under the master franchise agreement.

Reliance picked as official retailer of Tod’s S.p.A.

The company will be a franchisee of the shoemaker brand across all categories.

7-Eleven Hong Kong launches bags with Peanuts characters

The bag was designed by Japanese denim label FDMTL.

APAC’s Q1 retail growth momentum dragged by movement restrictions anew

Greater China was the most affected due to strict lockdowns.

Comfortable office furniture doesn’t have to cost ‘silly money’: ErgoTune and EverDesk+

The Singapore brands brought ergonomic chairs and desks to overseas markets with prices starting at $399 and $599, respectively. 

Hong Kong retail sales drop 13.8% YoY in March

Local epidemic situation dampened consumption confidence