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Singapore retail

Economy & Policy

Of F&B closures in 2025, 82% of those registered for up to 5 years had never made a profit: MTI

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Singapore

Singapore retail sales growth in September eases to 2.8%

Premium rents for retail spaces in prime locations remain underpinned by deep-pocketed international operators, says analyst.
Property

Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, South Korea’s Lotteria join global F&B giants tapping Singapore consumers’ evolving taste

Michelle Ting, founder of fashion brand Chello, noticed how around a decade ago, brands started to put more emphasis on the quality of their clothes to differentiate themselves.
Opinion & Features
BRUNCH

From bedroom to boutique: Singapore’s blogshops come of age, but can they stay relevant?

The Clementi Mall, which has a five-storey retail podium and a basement level, has around 160 shops.
Property
SINGAPORE PROPERTY

Potential buyer shortlisted amid strong interest for Cuscaden Peak’s The Clementi Mall

Tran Hoang Chau, founder of Vietnamese fashion accessories brand Chautfifth, said her stores in Vietnam receive quite a number of sales from Singaporean customers.
SGSME

Vietnam boutique brands expand to Singapore amid rising demand

International brands such as tea shop Chagee continue to occupy high-footfall locations frequented by locals and tourists.
Property

Well-capitalised chains holding up Singapore retail occupancy, rents, as challenges open duality in market

The motor vehicles category posts a rise of x per cent.
Singapore

Singapore retail sales rise 5.2% in August, exceeding expectations

How FairPrice is making sustainability part of the shopping basket
Sustainability Impact Awards
IMPACT ENTERPRISE EXCELLENCE AWARD (LARGE ENTERPRISE)

How FairPrice is making sustainability part of the shopping basket

What segments of retail property in Singapore are thriving and which are struggling?
Podcasts

Is Singapore retail property in dire straits?

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