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Hermes Unveils Upscale Boutique in Hanoi’s Heart: A New Chapter in Luxury Retail Expansion in Southeast Asia

Mei Ling Tan January 19, 2026

Hermes, the renowned French purveyor of luxury goods, has revitalized its presence in Hanoi by relocating its boutique to a fresh, new spot on Trang Tien Street. Moving to a…

McDonald’s Vietnam Amplifies Expansion Strategy: Aiming for 100 Stores in Three Years

Mei Ling Tan January 19, 2026

McDonald’s Vietnam is reigniting its goal of expanding its presence in the country to 100 outlets within three years. This ambitious plan comes after the fast-food giant fell well short…

Hyundai Duty Free Unveils AI-Driven Personalized Beauty Hub in Seoul: A New Era of Cosmetics Shopping

Mei Ling Tan January 19, 2026

Hyundai Duty Free recently announced the launch of an artificial intelligence (AI) powered beauty analysis zone at its Trade Centre location in Seoul, South Korea. The innovative space, known as…

Gold Prices Soar Globally and in Vietnam: Safe-Haven Asset Hits Record Highs amidst Trade War Uncertainty

Mei Ling Tan January 19, 2026

Surge in Gold Prices On a recent Monday morning, both Vietnamese and global gold prices achieved unprecedented highs. The price of a gold bar from Saigon Jewelry Company escalated by…

Crystal Bay Airlines Soars into Vietnam Market with $11.4M Charter Capital

Mei Ling Tan January 19, 2026

The Vietnamese aviation sector has welcomed a new contender, Crystal Bay Airlines, bringing an infusion of VND300 billion (approximately US$11.4 million) into the industry. Established on November 6, 2025, the…

From OCBC to BOS: Collins Chin Steps Up as New Chief Financial Officer

Mei Ling Tan January 19, 2026

The former OCBC investor relations head has taken on a new role as the chief financial officer at the Bank of Singapore. New Appointment Collins Chin has been appointed as…

Singapore Retailers Seek Increased Budget Support for Enhanced Competition and Sustainability in 2026

Mei Ling Tan January 16, 2026

In Singapore, the lifestyle industry, particularly retailers, has expressed the need for continuous support from the Budget allocation due to mounting challenges such as elevated costs, labour shortages, and fierce…

Singapore Injects $466,000 Lifeline Into Workforce: Relief for Workers Stranded by Company Liquidations

Mei Ling Tan January 16, 2026

Between 2023 and 2025, the Singapore government allocated SGD600,000 (US$466,000) from its short-term relief fund to provide financial aid to 260 employees who were left without pay when their companies…

Franchise Industry Jolted: Korean Supreme Court Orders Pizza Hut to Refund Billions Amid Unlawful Fee Controversy

Mei Ling Tan January 16, 2026

The franchise industry in South Korea is preparing for potentially significant legal and financial repercussions following a recent Supreme Court of Korea mandate. The court has ordered Pizza Hut Korea…

Chow Tai Fook Sparkles in Bangkok, Setting Global Expansion Plans into Motion

Mei Ling Tan January 16, 2026

Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group, the well-known retail giant of the jewelry industry in China, is expanding its market beyond its borders, eyeing growth potentials in the Southeast Asian region.…

AS Watson Expands Empire: 1000 New Stores Set to Open Amid 10 Million Boost in Loyalty Membership

Mei Ling Tan January 16, 2026

AS Watson, a health and beauty retail giant, has announced ambitious expansion plans for the coming year, with around 1,000 new stores expected to open. This move comes in response…

Singapore Clinches Second Place as World’s Richest Nation in 2025, Drops in Work-Life Balance Rankings

Mei Ling Tan January 16, 2026

In 2025, Singapore achieved the status of the second-wealthiest nation globally according to per capita gross domestic product (GDP), with a figure standing at US$90,700. This impressive economic performance placed…

More Yogurt: Popular Chinese Beverage Chain Set to Debut in Singapore with Fresh-Made Treats

Mei Ling Tan January 16, 2026

China-based yogurt chain, More Yogurt, is set to make its entrance into the Singaporean market. The addition of a new outlet, opening on January 30, marks the latest in a…

HSBC Private Bank Revamps Asian Leadership: Key Appointments in India, China, and Thailand

Mei Ling Tan January 16, 2026

HSBC Private Bank, the private banking division of HSBC, has recently announced several significant leadership appointments across its Asian operations, with a particular focus on the India and China markets.…

Vietnam’s E-commerce Boom: Daily Online Shopping Hits $44M in 2025, Up 34.8% YoY

Mei Ling Tan January 16, 2026

In 2025, Vietnamese consumers significantly increased their online spending, with daily expenditures reaching over VND1.17 trillion (US$44.5 million). This figure represents the aggregated sales of the country’s four dominant e-commerce…

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Hermes Unveils Upscale Boutique in Hanoi’s Heart: A New Chapter in Luxury Retail Expansion in Southeast Asia

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Hyundai Duty Free Unveils AI-Driven Personalized Beauty Hub in Seoul: A New Era of Cosmetics Shopping

Gold Prices Soar Globally and in Vietnam: Safe-Haven Asset Hits Record Highs amidst Trade War Uncertainty

Crystal Bay Airlines Soars into Vietnam Market with $11.4M Charter Capital

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Singapore Retailers Seek Increased Budget Support for Enhanced Competition and Sustainability in 2026

Singapore Injects $466,000 Lifeline Into Workforce: Relief for Workers Stranded by Company Liquidations

Franchise Industry Jolted: Korean Supreme Court Orders Pizza Hut to Refund Billions Amid Unlawful Fee Controversy

Chow Tai Fook Sparkles in Bangkok, Setting Global Expansion Plans into Motion

AS Watson Expands Empire: 1000 New Stores Set to Open Amid 10 Million Boost in Loyalty Membership

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More Yogurt: Popular Chinese Beverage Chain Set to Debut in Singapore with Fresh-Made Treats

HSBC Private Bank Revamps Asian Leadership: Key Appointments in India, China, and Thailand

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