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Shein’s Hong Kong IPO Slashes Valuation to $25 Billion amid E-commerce Regulatory Challenges
Online fast-fashion retailer Shein is expected to have a company valuation of roughly $25 billion in its upcoming Hong Kong initial public offering…
New Home for Luxury: Van Cleef & Arpels Unveils Stunning Alexandra House Boutique in Hong Kong
Van Cleef & Arpels, a luxury French jewelry, watch, and perfume company, has recently relocated its Hong Kong boutique from Landmark Prince’s to…
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Singapore’s Rubber King Dynasty Sells Prime District Plot for $453M, Paving Way for Residential Development
A piece of land in Singapore, associated with the family of the city’s late “rubber king,” Lee Kong Chian, has been sold for S$578 million (US$453 million). The 18,860-square-meter property, located at 8 Thomson Lane, was sold bearing a 105-year leasehold…
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Thailand Struggles with Lowest Economic Growth Amid Southeast Asian Titans: Rising Energy Prices Blamed
Thailand’s economy, one of the six largest in Southeast Asia, experienced sluggish growth in the second quarter, trailing behind its regional counterparts. The meager 1.9% growth rate, as compared to the first quarter’s 2.8% expansion, was largely influenced…
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Googles Largest Global Store Debuts in Tokyo: A Fusion of Retail, Tech Experience, and Customer Service
Google has launched its first direct-to-consumer store outside of the United States, situated in Tokyo. Marrying product sales, hands-on experiences, and customer service, this concept provides a comprehensive retail experience for both potential customers…
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Indonesia Welcomes First Miniso Friends Store featuring Unique Collectibles and IP-Exclusive Products
Miniso, a renowned global retailer, has unveiled its inaugural Miniso Friends shop in Indonesia, located at Summarecon Mall Bekasi. The store marks the debut of their larger, more expanded retail concept in the Greater Jakarta region. The establishment is…
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Cosco Shipping Sets Sights on Southeast Asia: Plans Expansion in Vietnam and Indonesia Amid Growing Trade Demand
Cosco Shipping International (Singapore) is setting sights on increased investment in Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia within the next three to five years, in anticipation of a…
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Singapore’s Sentosa Cove: Once a Luxury Haven, Now a Hotspot for Residential Resale Losses
Over the past three years, approximately 64.5% of residential resale transactions in Singapore’s exclusive Sentosa Cove district have resulted in losses, according to data from…
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Bentley Unveils Sneak Peek of Torcal EV’s Interior, Marrying Tradition and Innovation Ahead of September Debut
Bentley has provided an initial, comprehensive view of the interior design of its forthcoming Torcal EV, slated for its worldwide premiere on September 23. The…
South Koreans Bid Farewell to Dog Meat Tradition Ahead of Nationwide Ban
Historically, the three warmest days of summer were the busiest times for South Korea’s dog meat eateries, with customers seeking traditional foods reputed to…
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Retailers Strive for AI Traffic Boosts without Sacrificing Customer Data Security
As customers are increasingly leveraging ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini for product recommendations, retailers are looking to capitalize on the opportunity by making their products appear prominently in chatbot search…
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Amazon, Temu and Shein to Dominate Australia’s Marketplace Sector at the Expense of Local Competition
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