Japan’s Mitsubishi to build new leisure, retail hubs in Karuizawa, Akasaka
Mitsubishi Estate of Japan plans to construct fresh leisure and retail destinations in Karuizawa and Akasaka.…
China’s personal luxury market to show signs of recovery by 2025 – PwC research
PwC forecasts a return to growth for China’s luxury market from 2025, empowered by booming sub-segments and Hainan’s high growth potential. …
Alibaba invests in South Korean fashion app Ably
Alibaba is taking a minority stake in South Korea’s Ably, marking the Chinese giant’s latest investment in the Korean market.…
Malaysia e-commerce sales set to continue double-digit growth in 2024
Malaysia e-commerce sales are set to surge 12.8 percent in 2024, as more consumers look to online shopping.…
Valentino revenues dip 3 percent in 2023, direct sales solid in APAC and Japan
Valentino reported a 5 percent decrease in 2023 revenues, partially offset by solid direct sales via its retail network.…
Kering sales dive 11 percent on declining Asia-Pacific revenues, Gucci sales plummet
Kering reported a 11 percent dive in revenues for the first quarter, citing sluggish Gucci sales, especially in Asia Pacific.…
Heinemann Australia rebrands to Heinemann Oceania
Heinemann Oceania will be responsible for the travel retailer’s operations in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific.…
Chanel overtakes Louis Vuitton to claim top spot in Korea
In South Korea, Chanel’s performance has surpassed Louis Vuitton to claim the top spot.…
Memo Paris founder John Molloy talks about Seoul pop-up and Asia’s growing appetite for niche fragrances
Luxury perfume house Memo Paris unveils Memo Grand Hotel pop-up to Seoul, with plans to bring the pop-up to Hong Kong, Shanghai and Jakarta.…
How DFS and Shenya Group are creating ‘a great calling card for Hainan’ in Yalong Bay
DFS Group and Shenya Group’s project is expected to reach USD1.38 billion in annual sales and attract 16 to 18 million visitors per year by 2030.…