January 13, 2026
Prada opens flagship store in Hong Kong
Launch celebrates 20-year partnership and enhances Central’s luxury experience. Prada has opened its largest Asia Pacific flagship boutique at LANDMARK Hong...
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January 12, 2026
CHAGEE’s drinks reach 1.25-billion sales mark
The BO•YA Jasmine Green Milk Tea is a top seller in four Southeast Asian markets. CHAGEE sold more than 1.25 billion...
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January 10, 2026
OH!SOME opens first Philippines store
Its Makati City outlet offers IP products, accessories, amongst others. OH!SOME recently entered the Philippine market as it opened its first...
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January 9, 2026
Mixue: China’s Beloved Tea and Ice Cream Chain Brews Up Its First US Store in Hollywood
The popular Chinese ice cream and tea chain, Mixue, has successfully established its first US location in Los Angeles, California, marking the brand’s...
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January 8, 2026
Zhu Bingren Copper Debuts First International Flagship Store in Singapore, Celebrating Art, Culture, and Connection
Zhu Bingren Copper, a renowned Chinese copper craftsmanship brand, has unveiled its inaugural flagship store in Singapore, operating as its international brand, ZenBron. This marks the...
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January 7, 2026
Tim Hortons inks partnerships with Canadian Olympic, Paralympic Committees
Timbit boxes will depict the tiny doughnuts snowboarding, skiing and bobsledding Tim Hortons might be synonymous with hockey but this year, it’s clinching a new sporting...
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January 2, 2026
India’s KFC, Pizza Hut operators to merge in $934M deal
Sapphire Foods India, India’s KFC and Pizza Hut operators, will merge with Devyani International in a $934 million deal, according...
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December 30, 2025
7 Brew Surpasses 600 Locations
7 Brew, the rapidly-growing drive-thru beverage brand that is redefining what it means to grab a drink on the go, today announced...
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December 29, 2025
Ten Percent Coffee Reaches 1,000 Stores, Shakes Up Local Market
Ten Percent Coffee hit a major milestone on December 24, 2025 when it opened a new outlet in Busan’s Yeonje district, bringing its network...
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December 23, 2025
Flavour First, Built to Scale: Inside Six Hands’ International Growth Strategy
Founded under The Omoté Asia Group, Six Hands is a next-generation salad QSR redefining how modern consumers approach healthy eating....
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December 23, 2025
From Dubai to the World: How Eclipse is Building a Structured Wellness Empire
Founded in Dubai, Eclipse Wellbeing Hub & Yoga Studio is a holistic wellness destination integrating body and mind practices, internationally...
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December 23, 2025
Hextar To Divest From Fertiliser Business And Pour RM100 Million Into Luckin Coffee Expansion
Hextar Industries Berhad (HIB) is officially pivoting away from the volatile fertiliser sector to focus on Malaysia’s booming coffee culture. The company announced...
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December 22, 2025
Krispy Kreme to sell Japan business to Unison Capital in $65m deal
The brand currently operates 89 outlets in Japan, alongside around 300 fresh delivery points in Tokyo, Osaka and other major urban areas. Doughnut company...
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December 20, 2025
Krispy Kreme Announces Strategic Refranchising Agreement for Japan
Bonchon signs a six-unit deal to expand into Puerto Rico, bringing its signature Korean fried chicken and modern dining experience starting in late 2026.
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December 17, 2025
Fatburger Returns to Japan
Bonchon signs a six-unit deal to expand into Puerto Rico, bringing its signature Korean fried chicken and modern dining experience starting in late 2026.
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December 16, 2025
Saudi Franchise Expo: Discover Growth. Unlock Opportunity
Bonchon signs a six-unit deal to expand into Puerto Rico, bringing its signature Korean fried chicken and modern dining experience starting in late 2026.
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