SPECIALTY store operator SSI Group Inc., the listed retail arm of the Tantoco-led Rustan’s Group, saw its 2017 net income increase 19 percent on the back of strong consumer demand. The group ended 2017 with 638 stores, covering more than 129, 000 square meters. In terms of brand portfolio, SSI Group said it sustained a strong portfolio with 107 brands. Established in 1987, SSI first operated the Rustan’s Group’s specialty retail brands. Its retail portfolio includes Lacoste, Salvatore Ferragamo and Marks and Spencer as well as Ralph Lauren, DKNY, Kenneth Cole, Burberry and Banana Republic, among others.

Source: Manila Times April 13, 2018 16:18 UTC