Retail

Don Don Donki to shutter Downtown East outlet in mid-March

[SINGAPORE] Japanese retail chain Don Don Donki is closing its Downtown East outlet, with its last day of operations being March 15.

The Centrepoint comprises two components: a freehold front plot and a leasehold rear plot.
SINGAPORE PROPERTY

Frasers Property defends turf with S$391.9 million acquisition of The Centrepoint rear block

This will allow the group to consolidate adjoining sites for a major redevelopment in the future

Marks & Spencer’s exit reflects the shifting dynamics of the Philippine retail market, which remains attractive to international brands but is becoming increasingly competitive.

Marks & Spencer to exit the Philippines’ shifting retail market

The country has drawn global retailers seeking to tap into its young, consumption-driven population

One of the furniture industry's challenges is the need for showrooms with large footprints.
DESIGN

‘Not just a change in furniture but a new lifestyle’: How furniture retailers are tackling challenges

Industry players are branching into new products or businesses and leveraging different platforms

House+ Bubble’s facilities include a women’s hot spring pool, with adjustable water temperatures.

Chinese wellness operator House+ Bubble opens 24-hour spa complex in Perennial Business City

The company is leasing 49,000 sq ft for Phase One, and has plans to expand it to 100,000 sq ft 

The retail industry is Britain’s biggest private sector employer, but has shed 250,000 jobs over the last five years, according to the BRC.

UK retailers’ labour cost fears jump after reforms: survey

The survey found 84 per cent ranked labour and employment costs in their top three concerns

The cafe offering at BYD by 1826’s IMM outlet reflects the dealer’s approach of combining food, design and electric mobility within a single experiential space.
BRANDED CONTENT

Beyond the showroom: How BYD is redefining the EV retail experience in S’pore

From thoughtfully designed lifestyle spaces to advanced battery technology, electric vehicle maker BYD reshapes how Singaporeans discover and adopt electric mobility

In addition to the retail partnerships, the refreshed stores also have more intuitive layouts for “quicker, easier shopping”, says Shell.

Shell revamps Select convenience stores with Watsons, Hooga, Vivino tie-ups

Debuting in 12 locations, the outlets will have an expanded product range, including those for health, wellness and lifestyle products

CapitaLand Investment's partnership with Elegant Group on The Clementi Mall is not expected to have a material impact on its financials.

CapitaLand Investment provides advisory services for The Clementi Mall, holds minority stake in asset

The tie-up aligns with its long-term strategy to grow fee income through a capital-efficient, partnership-led approach

Nanyang Optical's outlet at The Clementi Mall is one of the brand's two remaining stores that will continue operating.

Nanyang Optical plans to enter into voluntary liquidation after 65 years; will close 4 of 6 stores

The eyecare chain’s remaining two stores, which are under franchise arrangements, will continue operating and are unaffected