Lifestyle·Aug 13, 2026
Chinese Luxury Brands Test Southeast Asian Waters
From jewelry to handbags, China's consumer brands are moving beyond electronics and autos to tap the region's affluent shoppers.
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
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Lifestyle·Aug 9, 2026
Chinese Consumer Brands Expand US Footprint as Trade Tensions Persist
Pop Mart and other mainland companies are testing American markets through vending machines and retail partnerships despite diplomatic headwinds
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 4 min ·
Lifestyle·Aug 5, 2026
Twosome Place Overtakes Starbucks in South Korean Card Sales
The local coffee chain has led monthly card spending for three consecutive months, reflecting a sustained shift in consumer patterns following Starbucks' controversial marketing misstep.
By Jun-ho Seo · 3 min ·
Travel & Dining·Aug 1, 2026
Spicy Noodle Maker Partners With Seoul to Turn Viral Fame Into Tourist Arrivals
Samyang Foods links up with South Korea's Culture Ministry to convert Buldak's global popularity into measurable travel demand, leveraging brand recognition across Southeast Asia and beyond.
By Jun-ho Seo · 3 min ·