Watson's

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Watson's is a health and beauty retail brand owned by the A.S. Watson Group, a subsidiary of CK Hutchison Holdings. It operates over 7,200 stores and 1,500 pharmacies in 13 Asian and European markets, including China (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Macau), Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, Turkey, and Ukraine.

History[edit | edit source]

A.S. Watson Group was established in Hong Kong in 1841 and was one of the first pharmacies in the city. The brand Watson's was established in 1981. In 2002, Watson's began its expansion into the mainland China market.

Products and Services[edit | edit source]

Watson's offers a variety of products and services, including skincare, haircare, cosmetics, health and wellness products, and pharmaceuticals. It also provides professional health advice, dispenses prescription medication, and offers a range of other health services.

Market Presence[edit | edit source]

Watson's has a significant market presence in Asia and Europe. It is the largest health and beauty retailer in Asia and Europe, with over 7,200 stores and 1,500 pharmacies in 13 markets.

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