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Aeon Targets 100 Mega Stores in Vietnam by 2030 as Japan’s Largest Retailer Expands Globally
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Japan’s biggest retailer, Aeon, aims to expand its chain of large supermarkets and general merchandise outlets in Vietnam to reach 100 sites by 2030, marking an eightfold growth from current numbers. The firm additionally plans to establish more “mega-hypermarkets” that integrate grocery items with various general merchandise offerings like food courts and cosmetic sections.…
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Discover the True Titans of Old Money: 10 Nigerian Fortunes Built Before 1960
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The culture of accumulating wealth in Nigeria did not originate in the 21st century, nor was it even born in the 20th century. Long before independence in 1960, Nigerians were already amassing fortunes through trade, enterprise, and innovation. These early titans of commerce laid the foundation for Nigeria’s modern economy long before oil wealth.…
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Why Financial Institutions Must Step Up as Today’s Consumers Get Savvier
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Editor’s Note: This engaging piece features Absa Bank Kenya’s head of consumer banking who emphasizes that financial organizations need to be alert regarding how they deliver their services to clients. According to his viewpoint, those times have passed where customers cared only about basic quality. Providing superior customer service is now crucial. This change…
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Prof Douglas Boateng Presents Two Groundbreaking Books
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… moment set to ignite Africa’s industrial future A significant continental moment occurred when two landmark publications, ‘Compendium of Supply Chain Management Terms’ and ‘Strategic Sourcing and Industrialization,’ were unveiled during an official ceremony held at Exclusive Books within the Rosebank Mall in Johannesburg. Organized jointly with UJ Press from the University of Johannesburg,…
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Dollar Edges Up Slightly Against Dong – International Edition (English)
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On Tuesday morning, the U.S. dollar saw a slight increase against the Vietnamese dong. Vietcombank increased its rate by 0.07%, raising it to VND26,160. The State Bank of Vietnam reduced its reference rate by 0.02% to VND24,938. On the black market, the exchange rate for the dollar stood at VND26,530, marking an increase of…
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Parliament Renovation Costs Defended in International Edition (English)
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According to the deputy House speaker, renovating the parliamentary conference room is essential to decrease the expenses incurred by committees which presently must hire hotel rooms for their seminars. In response to criticisms regarding the budget proposal of almost 1.2 billion baht for the renovation of the Sappaya-Sapasathan building in the 2026 fiscal year,…
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The Future Unveiled: Visa Launches a New Era of AI-Powered Commerce
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At the Visa Global Product Launch, the future of retail is showcased through cutting-edge AI-driven enhancements enabling customers to discover and purchase items using artificial intelligence technology. Additionally, this event highlights groundbreaking alliances and novel product developments. As new payment methods develop, they require a network that is constantly available—secure, safeguarded, expandable, and continuously…
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CapitaLand Development Expands Presence in Vietnam
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CapitaLand Development (CLD) has extended its reach into Vietnam via a partnership with Vinhomes Joint Stock Company. They have also launched The Fullerton, a new housing initiative in Hung Yen province, which is expected to be valued at around $800 million in total development costs. This accord demonstrates the mutual desire of both enterprises…
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GSE Rally Poised to Surge: T-Bill Yields Drop and Banking Sector Shines
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By Ebenezer Chike Adjei Njoku The GSE equity market is expected to maintain its upward trend throughout the second quarter of 2025 due to reduced T-bill rates, a steady macroeconomic climate, and enhanced company profits—especially within the banking industry—which collectively boost investors’ optimism. According to Databank Research’s most recent Ghana Market Quarterly Report for…
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Morocco’s Green Leap: €65 Million EBRD Boost for BMCI Accelerates Sustainable Future
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As a major move toward speeding up the green transformation in Morocco, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) declared on Tuesday that it will offer green funding totaling up to 65 million euros to the Banque Marocaine pour le Commerce et l’Industrie (BMCI). This project has received backing from the European Union,…