Our global analysts share some of the latest headlines across the globe. Here's what you need to know. The European Commission is investigating retailers’ purchase alliances. Agecore, Coopernic and Epic are the specific targets for now, but stricter rules for all may be on their way. An independent Edeka retailer wants to open several autonomous stores in Northern Germany collaboration w...

Aeon grew 4.6% in its overall business with FY ending February 2023, as its operating revenue reaches JPY9,117bn (US$68bn). It saw strong growth in its international business, with double digit growth in most markets through the lifting of pandemic restrictions, providing a strong platform for future growth expansion. Domestic dominates in revenue, overseas notable in profits Aeon achieved ...

The leading omnichannel health and beauty retailer in Asia has announced plans to accelerate its platform strategy, by opening over 300 new stores in mainland China this year. China expansion as omnichannel shoppers spend more During the three years of pandemic, Watsons China has opened nearly 850 physical stores and renovated nearly 440 stores in mainland China to continue to strengthen its ...