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Gap, Old Navy power parent company’s sales growth in first quarter

Mei Ling Tan June 3, 2025

Gap, a leading global retailer, has demonstrated an impressive performance in its first quarter. The company’s success is primarily attributable to the robust results from its principal brands, Gap and…

Estee Lauder appoints Lisa Sequino as new president of makeup brand cluster

Mei Ling Tan June 3, 2025

Esteé Lauder has welcomed Lisa Sequino into a new leadership role as the President of its makeup brand cluster, part of the company’s initiative to enhance innovation. Sequino’s mission will…

Japanese pharmacy Ain to acquire rival for $690 million

Mei Ling Tan June 3, 2025

Japanese pharmaceutical retailer, Ain, has unveiled plans to acquire its competitor, Kraft, which operates the Sakura pharmacy chain. The proposed transaction is estimated to be worth over 100 billion yen…

China’s Wanda to sell 48 malls in US$6.9 billion deal

Mei Ling Tan June 3, 2025

In a bid to aid its liquidity amidst a challenging real estate market, the China-based real estate tycoon, Dalian Wanda Group, is strategizing to liquidate 48 of its shopping complexes.…

LVMH deputy CEO shares strategy to manage tariffs

Mei Ling Tan June 3, 2025

French luxury powerhouse LVMH may have the ability to increase prices on their premium products by 2-3% annually without significantly impacting demand. This insight comes from the company’s deputy CEO,…

Uniqlo Launches Its First Touchpoint Store in Singapore, Elevating Retail Experience

Mei Ling Tan June 3, 2025

Uniqlo will unveil its very first touchpoint store at Velocity @ Novena Square in Singapore. This innovative space is only 10% the size of a typical Uniqlo outlet, strategically designed…

Yum China Boosts Share Buyback Program to $510M, Strengthening Investor Confidence for H2 2025

Mei Ling Tan June 3, 2025

Yum China Holdings, Inc. has unveiled an impressive $510 million share repurchase program set to kick off on July 1, 2025. This marks a significant 42% increase from the previously…

Crypto Trading Patterns and Their Implications

Mei Ling Tan June 3, 2025

Cryptocurrency trading has grown exponentially over the past decade, with millions of traders entering the market seeking profits from digital assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and altcoins. Unlike traditional financial markets,…

Ultra-Rich Seek Safe Haven: Singapore’s Gold Storage Becomes Hot Commodity Amid Rising Global Risks

Mei Ling Tan June 3, 2025

Located near Singapore’s bustling airport, a remarkable six-story structure known as “The Reserve” holds gold and silver bars valued at an astounding US$1.5 billion. This extraordinary facility features numerous private…

Malaysian Farmers Explore Legal Action to Safeguard 2,400 Ha of Durian Farmland from Corporate Takeover

Mei Ling Tan June 3, 2025

The Save Musang King Alliance, under the leadership of president Wilson Chang, is raising alarms over DOA Plantation, a company barely a year old, for allegedly occupying approximately 2,400 hectares…

Vietnamese Expat Faces Challenges Securing $700,000 Home in Ho Chi Minh City After Canada Return

Mei Ling Tan June 2, 2025

After nearly four decades in Canada, my uncle has returned to Vietnam to settle down in his homeland, following the passing of his wife. With his daughter married and living…

Gold Bar Prices Soar as Global Rates Take a Dive

Mei Ling Tan June 2, 2025

In a striking turn of events, gold bar prices in Vietnam took a downward plunge on Monday morning, even as global bullion rates experienced a modest uptick. The Saigon Jewelry…

Lumen Capital Welcomes Former UBS Executives to Enhance Its Dynamic Team

Mei Ling Tan June 2, 2025

In an exciting development for the financial services landscape in Switzerland, former UBS executives are joining the dynamic team at Lumen Capital, an independent asset management firm based in Zurich.…

Retailers Like Ikea Revamp Store Designs to Adapt to Digital Shopping Trends

Mei Ling Tan June 2, 2025

IKEA is making waves in the retail world by swapping its iconic maze-like store design for a more straightforward, linear layout. This bold move reflects a larger transformation in the…

Vietnamese Retailers Sprint to Enhance In-Store Experience Amid Growing Competition

Mei Ling Tan June 2, 2025

Vietnam’s retail landscape is flourishing, driven by a burgeoning middle class and a spirited demand for both online and in-store shopping experiences. As e-commerce is projected to soar to an…

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Gap, Old Navy power parent company’s sales growth in first quarter

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Japanese pharmacy Ain to acquire rival for $690 million

China’s Wanda to sell 48 malls in US$6.9 billion deal

LVMH deputy CEO shares strategy to manage tariffs

Uniqlo Launches Its First Touchpoint Store in Singapore, Elevating Retail Experience

Yum China Boosts Share Buyback Program to $510M, Strengthening Investor Confidence for H2 2025

Crypto Trading Patterns and Their Implications

Ultra-Rich Seek Safe Haven: Singapore’s Gold Storage Becomes Hot Commodity Amid Rising Global Risks

Malaysian Farmers Explore Legal Action to Safeguard 2,400 Ha of Durian Farmland from Corporate Takeover

Vietnamese Expat Faces Challenges Securing $700,000 Home in Ho Chi Minh City After Canada Return

Gold Bar Prices Soar as Global Rates Take a Dive

Lumen Capital Welcomes Former UBS Executives to Enhance Its Dynamic Team

Retailers Like Ikea Revamp Store Designs to Adapt to Digital Shopping Trends

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Vuori Targets Chinas Fitness Boom: Plans to Triple Store Count in Aggressive Expansion

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