China-U.S. container freight rates surge to near two-year high as retailers rush to beat potential tariff hike China-U.S. container freight rates hit a near two-year high as retailers rush holiday …
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Cheap yukata Tokyo guide reveals best shops, markets and online retailers
by Ren Nakamuraby Ren NakamuraWhere to Buy Cheap Yukata in Tokyo: A Practical Summer Shopping Guide Find cheap yukata in Tokyo this summer — where to shop, typical prices, top thrift and flea markets, …
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Business
Malaysia gold retailers warn rising bullion prices squeeze working capital and inventories
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiGold Prices Squeeze Malaysia’s Jewellery Retailers as Profits Rise but Cash Tightens Rising gold prices squeeze Malaysia’s jewellery retailers, forcing design shifts and new financing as profits rise but working …
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Business
Beijing travel warning forces Japan retailers to shift strategy as Chinese spending halves
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiChinese spending in Japan halves as Beijing travel warning reshapes Tokyo retail strategy Beijing’s travel warning halved Chinese spending in Japan, forcing Tokyo retailers to pivot to U.S. and Southeast …
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Politics
Disposable plastic waste prompts Japanese retailers to expand bring-your-own container programs
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoNaphtha shortage sparks renewed push to reduce single-use plastics across Japan Shortage of naphtha tied to Middle East tensions has disrupted packaging supplies, prompting bakeries, retailers and restaurants to pilot …