All Asia articles – Page 4
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News
Topshop calls time on Chinese franchise partnership
Arcadia owner Sir Philip Green has suffered a fresh setback after calling time on his bid to crack China.
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Analysis
Analysis: Facebook's plan to rip up the retail rulebook
It may only have been an application to the US Patent Office, but it is one that indicates Facebook has big plans to revolutionise ecommerce.
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News
FeelUnique launches WeChat mini programme
FeelUnique has unveiled a WeChat mini programme as part of its bid to expand into China.
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News
Amazon slammed over working conditions in China
Amazon has been attacked by a labour watchdog over working conditions at a plant in China where its smart speakers and e-readers are manufactured.
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House of Fraser set to sell Chinese brands in UK
House of Fraser will sell Chinese brands to British consumers as part of a Beijing initiative to boost trade in the region.
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News
JD.com launches blockchain accelerator scheme
Chinese etail giant JD.com has launched a Beijing-based accelerator initiative, AI Catapult, to drive its development of blockchain technology.
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Analysis
Analysis: Secrets of success from the top 30 international retailers
Our Top 30 International Retailers report reveals which businesses are achieving success overseas and their international strategies.
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News
JD.com to roll out hundreds of checkout-free stores
Chinese etail giant JD.com has laid down the gauntlet to Amazon after revealing plans to open hundreds of checkout-free convenience stores.
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Opinion
Why Singles’ Day is no longer just for China
Hermes managing director Martijn de Lange looks at the rise and rise of China’s annual shopping event.
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Gallery
Store of the week: Marie’s Baby Circle, Seoul
Changing mother (and father) and baby retail is always a challenge as so many permutations already exist.
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Opinion
Opinion: WeChat – What Western brands need to know
With more than 700 million consumers using it daily, brands targeting Chinese consumers need a WeChat strategy.
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News
JD Sports nets stake in South Korean chain Hot-T
JD Sports has snapped up a stake in South Korean retailer Hot-T as it presses ahead with its international expansion push.
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News
Mothercare names Glyn Hughes new finance chief
Mothercare has appointed Glyn Hughes as its new finance boss to replace the outgoing Richard Smothers.
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News
M&S in talks to hand Asia business to franchise partner
M&S is in talks to hand its owned business in Hong Kong and Macau to its long-established franchise partner Al-Futtaim.
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Gallery
Revamp of Tokyo Muji has given it mojo
Muji is on most retail tourists’ lists when in Tokyo and the complete revamp of the Yurakucho global flagship will put it close to the top.
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Data
Data: The world's most expensive cities for retail rent
London has been named the second most expensive market in the world for retailers to rent stores.
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News
At a glance: Chinese retailer Urban Revivo
Chinese retailer Urban Revivo is setting up shop in the UK next year – here’s everything you need to know about the fast fashion business.
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News
Clarks drafts in new bosses for overseas businesses
Clarks has moved to bolster its international businesses by drafting in new bosses for its European and Asia Pacific operations.
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Interview
Interview: Evans Cycles' new boss Andy King
Evans Cycles’ new chief executive Andy King talks to Retail Week about catering for commuters and his strategy to pedal the business into profit growth.
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News
Burberry retail sales rise driven by UK performance
Burberry has registered a jump in retail sales during its second half, driven by the “exceptional performance” of its UK business.