Probably the most 'Asian' Starbucks ever. Can be found around ancient yet scenic Jinli Street in Chengdu China. Pic was taken in September 2017.
Jul 31, 2018

Starbucks China sales slip, but company firm on strategy

Starbucks China sales slipped 2 per cent on a same-store basis in the latest quarter, but the company will persevere…
Instead of ordering at the cash desk, customers scan a code on their phone and pick out their drink. / Photo credit: Ratio
Jul 31, 2018

He’s challenging Starbucks with a robot-powered cafe chain across China

There are no baristas to be seen at a coffee shop called Ratio in downtown Shanghai – and no cash desk queue.…
Instead of ordering at the cash desk, customers scan a code on their phone and pick out their drink. / Photo credit: Ratio
Jul 30, 2018

Asia’s large format retailers set for steady growth

Global research organisation IGD has reported that Asia’s large format retailers are set to grow 3.3 per cent a year…
Instead of ordering at the cash desk, customers scan a code on their phone and pick out their drink. / Photo credit: Ratio
Jul 30, 2018

Franchise business Banksia eyes Greater Bay Area expansion

Macau franchise business Banksia is set to expand into Mainland China. The news was announced by Banksia co-founder Takeshi Lam…
vietnams franchise market is gaining momentum
Jul 30, 2018

Vietnam’s franchise market is gaining momentum

More international brands are set to make inroads into the local market as Vietnam’s franchise sector continues to pick up…
Foreign retailers ready to spend
Jul 30, 2018

Foreign retailers ready to spend

Photo: Viet Tuan Investment from new and existing foreign retailers continues to pour into Vietnam. The Vietnamese subsidiary of lifestyle…

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