IN FOCUS: They were 'the place to be' for generations of shoppers. But what lies ahead for department stores?

09 Sep 2022

Article takes a look at the changing fortunes of department stores in Singapore.  For decades, department stores were “the place to be” and held special memories for generations of shoppers. But now, some are saying it may be checkout time. CNA takes a look at the changing fortunes of department stores in Singapore. Ms Lim Xiu Ru, a lecturer at SP’s School of Business, shared her memories of Robinsons at The Centrepoint being a place for family bonding while she was growing up.