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Edible Adventures: Pop Marts Toy-Inspired Desserts Invade Singapore in Global Bakery Debut
Beijing-based creator of popular ‘blind box’ toys, Pop Mart, is branching out with a new line of business, launching its premiere international bakery in Singapore. The company is giving a fresh, three-dimensional, and edible spin to its famous characters,…
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Thai Gem and Jewelry Industry Shines in China: New Deal to Skyrocket Exports
The Gem and Jewellery Institute of Thailand (GIT) has formalized a strategic partnership with two prominent Shanghai-based firms with the aim of bolstering Thai gem and jewellery enterprises’ market penetration in China. The collaborations have been…
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Singapore’s Affluent Investors Neglect Retirement Plans, Despite Confidence in Financial Future: HSBC Survey
Affluent investors in Singapore are optimistic about their financial future, though many are overlooking the crucial aspects of retirement and wealth-transfer planning. This is according to recently released data from a survey by HSBC. There’s a noticeable…
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Bluebell Group’s BlueSpace: A New Retail Star in Shenzhen’s Premium Market
Bluebell Group has unveiled BlueSpace, an innovative multi-brand retail platform in Shenzhen, offering a curated selection of beauty products, fragrances, lifestyle items, and collector’s pieces all under one roof. This strategic move is part of the company’s…
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Surge in Electric Vehicle Sales: Vietnam Outpaces Southeast Asia with 71% Growth
During the first half of this year, Vietnam emerged as the leader in Southeast Asia for battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales, with 115,986 units sold. This…
Vietnam Sets Stage for Globally Competitive CEO’s: Launches Trailblazing Leadership Program
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Boosting Retail Margins: Uniting Fragmented Product Data through AI
While customers continue to make purchases across various channels, several retail businesses struggle with outdated and disconnected systems. These systems were designed during a simpler time and are now proving to be…
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