As new digital platforms emerge and innovate, the relationship between the consumers and retailers are constantly evolving, affecting the global retail landscape and mindset.…
Korea’s beauty device market is booming
Premium beauty devices for skincare have grown popularity over the past five years, with their sales forecast to hit 1.6 trillion won (US$1.43 billion) by 2022.…
Uniqlo closing down stores in Seoul
Uniqlo is closing down or refurbishing its stores across Seoul, drawing speculation that the Japanese apparel brand is doing so as it has become a main target of Korean consumers’ boycott of Jap…
INTERVIEW: Unlocking your retail value chain
Retail in Asia had the pleasure to interview TJ Foster, a Senior Engagement Manager at Weave.
Click here to know more about Weave’s upcoming conference.…
Branded pop-ups liven up retail scene
Branded pop-up stores play an increasingly important role in South Korea’s retail scene as a source of creativity, innovation and a brand new consumer experience.…
Sales of Korean department stores pass 30 trillion won milestone
South Korean department stores delivered 30 trillion won (US$26.4 billion) in combined sales last year, up 2.3 percent from a year ago, breaking out of years of stagnancy, according to industry source…
L Brands sees sales lift in 2018, profits dip
Victoria’s Secret parent company L Brands said sales for the year increased in 2018 despite decreasing comp sales at the company’s lingerie brand, which led to profits sliding.…
China Connect Paris
China Connect Paris is the largest European gathering of experts on Chinese consumer trends, digital and mobile tech marketing.…
Retail report says holiday sales were disappointing
Shoppers did not spend as much as expected this past holiday season, according to a new report from the National Retail Federation.…
Suning develops omnichannel smart retail through Wanda department stores
Suning.com, will focus on professional operations of fashion department store business to strengthen its development in online-and-offline smart retail and improve the shoppers’ experience.…