Stores

Balenciaga elevates Hong Kong flagship with first VIC private appointment area

It draws inspiration from Balenciaga’s Paris Couture Store fitting room.

Convergent commerce takes hold as Thai shoppers navigate choice overload

Ipsos data shows high AI acceptance amongst Thais and rising decision fatigue in retail behaviour. 

Why flexible storage is the backbone of the pop-up economy

Pop-ups carry a structural challenge that is often overlooked: Inventory management.

MINISO opens doors to immersive IP store at VivoCity

VivoCity adds themed retail zones as MINISO scales experiential format in Singapore.

Olive Young expands regional flagship stores as anchor strategy for local growth

At least 43 large stores will be opened or renovated outside the capital area.

MINISO marks 10 years in Vietnam with new ‘Friends’ retail concept

The outlet has been redesigned to focus on character-based merchandising.

Hermès blends mythology and craftsmanship in HK's Elements mall reopening

Store design is inspired by mythical creatures and the five elements.

Hermès unveils city-inspired retail concept at Taipei SOGO Fuxing

Store design inspired by Taipei’s architecture, light, and urban energy

FairPrice Group to expand AI-powered retail innovations across stores by 2026

This includes smart carts, digital price tags, and AI staff app.

First stand-alone Hermès store in Beijing showcases craft and culture

The design draws inspiration from the nearby Forbidden City

Scaling pharmacy networks exposes gaps in medicine supply and distribution

AI tools help forecast demand and maintain stock levels across pharmacies.

Marimekko targets Asia growth with new stores in Indonesia and Philippines

The brand will operate through loose franchise partnerships.

Vietnam retailers target personalisation as Gen Z turns to online discovery

Panelists during Retail Asia Summit discussion highlight digital engagement, personalization, and experience as key to capturing demographic.

IKEA targets 25 new stores across India over next five years

Over $1.03b has already been invested in the Indian market.