Thai supermarket chain Big C expands into Hong Kong

Eyeing 'gateway' to mainland China as it seeks potential listing

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Big C's expansion into Hong Kong is its first step beyond Southeast Asia, where the company has over 2,000 outlets. (Photo by Kenji Kawase)

KENJI KAWASE, Nikkei Asia chief business news correspondent

HONG KONG -- Big C Supercenter, one of the largest supermarket chains in Thailand, has expanded into Hong Kong, positioning its foray into the city as a steppingstone to mainland China. It is also eyeing a listing on the local stock market.

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