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Retail Asia05/11/2018

Alibaba and its partner retailers will face a massive challenge ensuring flawless delivery of millions of parcels all over China and beyond given the expectations of further growth on Singles Day 2018 next week. “As the event grows, the logistics challenge becomes bigger and bigger,” observes retail analyst Pascal Martin, partner at OC&C Strategy Consultants. […]

Retail Asia04/01/2018

Marks & Spencer has confirmed the sale and franchise of its retail business in Hong Kong and Macau to its long-established franchise partner Al-Futtaim. The two companies all but confirmed the sale in August and settlement took place on December 30. Al-Futtaim is now the sole franchisee for Marks & Spencer Hong Kong and Macau, but the […]

Retail Asia13/02/2017

Zara China has shuttered its giant three-story, 3000 sqm Chengdu flagship store in what a retail commentator describes a “fine-tuning” of its retail network. The store, at Lesen Shopping Center, No.31, Zongfu Road, was previously occupied by luxury brands Louis Vuitton and Dior. It opened at the end of 2011 as Zara China’s single largest […]

Retail Asia01/06/2016

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Chains outperform independent eateries in China restaurant rankings, new research shows. A survey by global consulting firm OC&C Strategy Consultants shows that Chinese consumers dine out on average two or three times a week, with Hai Di Lao, Pizza Hut and Little Sheep ranking as their favourite brands. Western brands ranking in the top 10 […]

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Singles Day 2018 faces delivery challenges

M&S sells Hong Kong business to Dubai conglomerate Al-Futtaim

Zara China closes giant flagship

Chains top China restaurant rankings