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Beyond teak: Singapore’s Scanteak opens furniture megahub and lifestyle sandbox in Genting Lane

Scanteak’s new headquarters at 1 Genting Lane is a venue for retail and launchpad for new concepts and lifestyle partnerships.

Australia’s cost squeeze is turning shoppers into value hunters

Rising inflation and a property market slump in Australia are boosting budget brands and discount retailers while dealing a blow to some restaurant chains and home goods retailers.

Lululemon cuts outlook again as new CEO’s challenges grow

Lululemon shares have declined more than 40 per cent so far in 2026.

Fewer marriages, fussier couples: The wedding business in S'pore is getting tougher

Former bridal salon enclave Tanjong Pagar is now left with a few studios and many more Korean eateries.

Shein shares slip more than 3% on second day of Hong Kong trading

Higher import duties in key markets, growing regulatory risks and intensified competition from rivals are hampering Shein’s growth prospects.

Tenants mull over future plans after sudden news of Marina Square closure

Tenants been notified to vacate Marina Square by March 31, 2027.

Shopee appliance seller sues customer over bad review – and loses

The judge said Asia Excel had failed to establish how the reviews were defamatory in nature.

Shein makes lacklustre HK debut as investors fret about growth and regulatory risks

Shein senior vice-president of investment Poppy Bao (left) and chief financial officer Leigh Gui at its IPO listing ceremony at the Hong Kong stock exchange on Sept 1.

‘Where will all the playgrounds go?’: Parents lament Marina Square closure for revamp in March 2027

An artist’s impression showing three new towers integrated with the existing Marina Square complex.

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, Sept 1, 2026

A man walking past a street mural of slain Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in downtown of Tehran on Aug 31.

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