Retail
Retail growth to cool as haze and costs hit shoppers
Retail growth to cool as haze and costs hit shoppers
September sales missed forecasts, with six of 14 categories growing.
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Gross monthly rent is up to $37.93 per square foot.
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Retail sales rise 1.9% YTD as of July
However, department stores saw a 3.7% decline.
Mary Chia admits disclosure lapses over CPF arrears after SGX query
The group reported $103,727 in outstanding contributions across five subsidiaries.
Crystal Jade shuts four outlets and cuts 120 jobs as Kroll preps sale
Nine remaining outlets will continue operations.
Thai Beverage names Sopon Racharaksa as new President
His appointment takes immediate effect on 1 October.
Singaporeans open to AI shopping agents but wary of full autonomy
Nearly all Singaporeans — 82% — say neither people nor AI should access their card details.
Two Lucky Plaza strata shops put up for sale at $11.4m
Units may be bought together or separately from $5.7m each.
Thakral seeks Mainboard listing of lifestyle business spin-off
The operations include beauty and fragrance brands in Greater China and Japan.
HK Mineral Boutique owner not part of DNA Brands probe, Singapore watchdog says
The CCS refund scheme covers Singapore outlets run by DNA Brands.
Nine in 10 B2B marketers say growth hinges on younger buyers, report finds
Professional recommendations influence how Gen Z consider brands.
SingLand to redevelop Marina Square with three new towers by 2031
Marina Square Shopping Mall will close on 31 March 2027 to facilitate construction.
Singapore retailers face cross-border spending pressure
Groceries, fashion, and casual dining face the greatest exposure as Johor Bahru access changes where consumers shop.
Sea Ltd’s net income climbs 10.6% to $586.7m in Q2 on Shopee growth
CEO Li is optimistic that Shopee will achieve US$1b adjusted earnings in 2026.
Aspial Lifestyle profit jumps 89% in H1 despite $5.2m hedging loss
Higher retail sales and lending revenue drove earnings growth.
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