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The success of the iPhone keeps Apple from moving production out of China

The success of the iPhone keeps Apple from moving production out of China

Mei Ling Tan September 11, 2019

With U.S. President Donald Trump willing to tax U.S. companies and consumers into a recession, Google apparently is ready to move the production of its Pixel handsets and smart speakers out…

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HSBC Offers Fee Cuts, Rebates to Support Hong Kong SMEs

HSBC Offers Fee Cuts, Rebates to Support Hong Kong SMEs

Mei Ling Tan September 11, 2019

HSBC has announced a range of measures intended to help struggling businesses cope with challenges from the China-U.S. trade war and the anti-government protests in Hong Kong. As the Hong Kong…

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Saudi Arabia – The Global Investment Powerhouse for AI and Automation

Saudi Arabia – The Global Investment Powerhouse for AI and Automation

Mei Ling Tan September 10, 2019

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 plan explicitly spells out the nation’s ambitious attempt to radically overhaul its economy. With carefully curated programs and clear-cut themes that are designed…

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Noni B Group looks at rebranding

Noni B Group looks at rebranding

Mei Ling Tan September 10, 2019

Fashion retailer Noni B Group enjoyed the benefit of its first year of trading as a significant multi-brand retail group during FY19 and is seeking to push further into this…

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Yum China buys Chinese retail chain Huang Ji Huang

Yum China buys Chinese retail chain Huang Ji Huang

Mei Ling Tan September 10, 2019

Yum China Holdings has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a controlling interest in Huang Ji Huang group, a leading Chinese-style casual-dining franchise business. Subject to the satisfaction of…

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Costs hidden from potential franchisees business

Costs hidden from potential franchisees business

Mei Ling Tan September 10, 2019

Would-be food franchisees are not being given the full picture before they buy into a business, with several franchisors withholding important details including the contact information of former franchisees. The ACCC…

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Japan’s Yohji Yamamoto opens its first store in Greater China

Japan’s Yohji Yamamoto opens its first store in Greater China

Mei Ling Tan September 10, 2019

Japanese fashion label Yohji Yamamoto is opening in Hong Kong. Set to be the brand’s first flagship in Greater China, the store will be located at the new cultural-retail destination…

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AirAsia to consider flying to Albania

AirAsia to consider flying to Albania

Mei Ling Tan September 10, 2019

AirAsia Group Bhd chief executive officer Tan Sri Tony Fernandes said the airline will consider flying to Albania. The Southeastern Europe nation could be one of its routes in Europe,…

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Ethan Allen opens in Taiwan, Cambodia

Ethan Allen opens in Taiwan, Cambodia

Mei Ling Tan September 10, 2019

US interior-design house Ethan Allen has opened new outlets in Taipei and Cambodia as it seeks to expand its international footprint as well as its domestic network. Ethan Allen Interiors…

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Chinese shoppers can now use Alipay at the Mall of Asia

Chinese shoppers can now use Alipay at the Mall of Asia

Mei Ling Tan September 10, 2019

Chinese consumers can now use Alipay at the Mall of Asia stores thanks to a joint venture between Ant Financial Services and SM. Technology to allow retailers to accept Alipay…

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Gome Retail to target smaller cities as part of restructuring

Gome Retail to target smaller cities as part of restructuring

Mei Ling Tan September 10, 2019

Gome Retail Holdings will speed up its penetration into lower-tier Mainland China markets during the year ahead, with about 1000 stores slated for opening. The move is part of a…

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Singapore Insurtech Inks Indonesia E-Commerce Deal

Singapore Insurtech Inks Indonesia E-Commerce Deal

Mei Ling Tan September 10, 2019

The firm hopes to capitalize on the booming e-commerce market in the country by offering protection against loss or damage during transit. Singapore-based insurtech firm Axinan is partnering Indonesia e-commerce…

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Harley-Davidson Street 750 10th Anniversary Edition Launched In India

Harley-Davidson Street 750 10th Anniversary Edition Launched In India

Mei Ling Tan September 10, 2019

American motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson completes ten years in India this year, and to commemorate the occasion, the company has introduced a limited edition version of its entry-level offering. The Harley-Davidson Street…

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Five things to watch for as AirAsia reveals earnings

Five things to watch for as AirAsia reveals earnings

Mei Ling Tan September 10, 2019

Budget airline pioneer Tony Fernandes has built AirAsia Group into a benchmark for aviation in Southeast Asia in the 17 years since he founded the company. No longer satisfied with just flying…

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Apple sold 13.8% fewer iPhones during the second quarter

Apple sold 13.8% fewer iPhones during the second quarter

Mei Ling Tan September 10, 2019

The global smartphone market continued to languish during the second quarter according to the latest report from Gartner. 367.9 million units were sold to end-users during the three month period from…

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