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Retail Asia07/05/2023
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What Are People Buying on Amazon Right Now?

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Amazon is the world’s largest retailer – online, offline, or otherwise. That means by studying the popular site’s revenue and sales statistics, you can get a pretty good feel for the larger global shopping trends. And here’s what’s most interesting: The hot product categories and trends tend to change on a yearly basis. In this […]
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Retail Asia28/02/2019
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Electronics

Apple appoints former Microsoft executive

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Apple has appointed Microsoft’s former Corporate Vice President Sam Jadallah to lead the “Home” products category at Apple. Even though Apple has not officially announced the appointment, Jadallah updated his LinkedIn bio to read – “Working on Home at Apple”, reflecting his new role with the iPhone-maker. However, along with Apple, Jadallah has also been […]
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Retail Asia21/02/2019
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Fashion

Karl Lagerfeld dies at 85

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Karl Lagerfeld, arguably the world’s most iconic designer and undoubtedly the most prolific, has died in Paris. He was 85. In a seven-decade career as fashion’s ultimate free agent, Lagerfeld created collections simultaneously for the celebrated houses of Chanel and Fendi, in addition to his signature label, at a pace without rival in the luxury […]
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Retail Asia19/02/2019
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Fashion

Pandora appoints Alexander Lacik as chief executive officer

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The Board of Directors of Pandora has appointed Alexander Lacik as President and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Lacik’s strong track-record as a consumer marketer and brand architect will help drive the execution of Programme now and assert Pandora’s position as the world’s largest jewellery brand. He will join Pandora as soon as possible. Alexander Lacik […]
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Retail Asia05/02/2019
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Living

New shopping ambassadors at Hong Kong International Airport

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Shopping for travelers will be even easier at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) with the introduction of Airport Shopping Ambassadors. The Airport Shopping Ambassadors are stationed at key locations within the airport’s retail areas. They are well acknowledged on shopping and dining offerings at HKIA, providing a friendly and personalized service to travelers. The ambassadors […]
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Retail Asia04/02/2019
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Finance

Li & Fung appoints Joseph Phi as new group president

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Li & Fung has appointed Joseph Phi as the company’s Group President. As Group President, Joseph will lead the company’s Supply Chain Solutions operating groups, including Business Development. He will continue as President, LF Logistics and to serve on the Board of Directors of Li & Fung. He will report to Spencer Fung, Group CEO. […]
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Retail Asia31/01/2019
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Fashion

Deciem skincare firm founder passed away

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Brandon Truaxe, the founder of Canadian skincare company Deciem, has died at the age of 40, the firm announced in an Instagram post. Truaxe launched the brand, best known for its affordable skincare line The Ordinary, in Toronto in 2013. Since then it has since expanded worldwide, with stores in the US, the UK, South […]
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Retail Asia30/01/2019
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Living

Indonesian Conglomerate Passes Away at 98

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Eka Tjipta Widjaja, founder of the Sinar Mas Group, one of Indonesia’s largest conglomerates, passed away on Saturday, one month short of his 98th birthday. Eka, born Oei Ek Tjhong in Quanzhou in China’s Fujian Province on Feb. 27, 1921, was known as a tough and proven entrepreneur, which saw him become one of Indonesia’s […]
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Retail Asia24/01/2019
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Fashion

J.Crew Chairman Mickey Drexler Steps Down

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J.Crew chairman and former-chief executive Millard “Mickey” Drexler has stepped down from his position to focus on other interests, including the development of investment business Dexler Ventures, LLC. Chad Leat has been elected as chairman effective immediately. Drexler is set to continue to serve as a strategic advisor to the company’s board and CEO. Drexler […]
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Retail Asia23/01/2019
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General

Henry Sy passes away at 94

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The founding father of Philippine retail, Henry Sy, has passed away. Sy, who has topped the Philippines Rich List for the last seven years, was chairman emeritus of SM Investments, one of the country’s largest business conglomerates. A Chinese immigrant who arrived in the Philippines at the age of 12 with his parents, his introduction […]
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Retail Asia18/01/2019
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General

7-Eleven Malaysia appoints Tsai Tzung-Han as director

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Convenience store chain operator 7-Eleven Malaysia Holdings Bhd has appointed Tsai Tzung-Han (pix) as a non-independent and non-executive director, effective Jan 16, 2019. Tsai, 42, is currently the vice chairman of Cathay United Bank, a subsidiary of Cathay Financial Holdings which is listed in Taiwan. He also serves as a director on the board of Cathay Life […]
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Retail Asia16/01/2019
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E-Tailing

Ananth Narayanan steps down as Myntra Jabong CEO

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Fashion e-tailer Myntra Monday said its CEO Ananth Narayanan has quit, a development that ends months of speculation about his exit following a recent re-jig at its parent group Flipkart. In a statement, Myntra said Narayanan has decided to step down as CEO of Myntra and Jabongto pursue external opportunities. Amar Nagaram has been named as Head, Myntra and Jabong, and […]
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Retail Asia15/01/2019
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Fashion

Nike appoints new Converse CEO

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In the week leading up to Christmas 2018, Nike Inc. said it has recruited a new leader for its Converse brand, naming G. Scott Uzzell as its president and chief executive officer, to helm the heritage sneaker company in the New Year. Uzzell replaces Davide Grasso who has decided to retire at the end of this calendar […]
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Retail Asia04/01/2019
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General

E-Land’s owners step down from management

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Owner family members of fashion conglomerate E-Land Group stepped down from management on Thursday, handing over the helm to younger executives internally promoted to leadership roles. The move comes in an effort to rejuvenate its governance structure to strengthen the role of the board of directors of each affiliate and enhance their autonomy when it […]
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Retail Asia31/12/2018
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Fashion

Raf Simons exits Calvin Klein

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Raf Simons is exiting Calvin Klein less than two years after his debut as its first chief creative officer and eight months before the end of his contract. The brand will not stage a runway show in February. The designer’s stint at Calvin Klein — coming after his turn as artistic director of women’s haute […]
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