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Agentic commerce, mPOS devices to lead Hong Kong retail in 2026
Agentic commerce, mPOS devices to lead Hong Kong retail in 2026
Frictionless payments are also predicted to be a key retail trend.
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Clarins debuts ‘AI Skin Observer’ device in 20 stores worldwide
Clarins debuts ‘AI Skin Observer’ device in 20 stores worldwide
It is now available in Clarins’ Shanghai Jing An Kerry Center boutique.
4 hours ago
Apparel emissions could fall 50% in China with $40.8b investment
Apparel emissions could fall 50% in China with $40.8b investment
Over 40,000 suppliers are ready to take action now.
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NIKE names Cathy Sparks VP and GM for Greater China
NIKE names Cathy Sparks VP and GM for Greater China
She succeeds Angela Dong, who is exiting the company on 31 March.
1 day ago
Sephora targets 80 million shoppers with Olive Young K‑Beauty deal
Sephora targets 80 million shoppers with Olive Young K‑Beauty deal
Customers get Olive Young –curated zones in stores and online.
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CarousellMOBILE opens first store to boost trust in secondhand tech
CarousellMOBILE opens first store to boost trust in secondhand tech
Buyers can test and inspect devices in-store.
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Duty-free sector expands as China targets inbound spending
Duty-free sector expands as China targets inbound spending
Locations include airports, seaports and land border crossings.
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LVMH's DFS exits Greater China retail amidst CTG Duty-Free takeover
LVMH's DFS exits Greater China retail amidst CTG Duty-Free takeover
The deal includes retail stores and brand intellectual property.
2 days ago
Foodpanda Singapore launches XL stores as basket sizes increase
Foodpanda Singapore launches XL stores as basket sizes increase
These stores carry a 30% larger inventory than standard outlets.
2 days ago
Clean beauty market set to soar to $23.7b as demand for safer products rises
Clean beauty market set to soar to $23.7b as demand for safer products rises
Retailers now serve as educators, curators, and trust-builders.
2 days ago
Personal care spending outpaces apparel as skincare-infused garments gain ground
Personal care spending outpaces apparel as skincare-infused garments gain ground
Fitch sees growth gap driving wearable wellness push in 2026.
2 days ago
Hermès consolidates 16 métiers in 3-storey Hanoi flagship
Hermès consolidates 16 métiers in 3-storey Hanoi flagship
The store showcases all of Hermès’ craft and product lines.
3 days ago
KKV opens 2nd flagship as Tet competition in Vietnam intensifies
KKV opens 2nd flagship as Tet competition in Vietnam intensifies
The retailer will release 5,000 items for the local holiday season.
4 days ago
Tiffany & Co. unveils 'bone cuff'-inspired flagship in Beijing
Tiffany & Co. unveils 'bone cuff'-inspired flagship in Beijing
Four-storey glass fins define the flagship designed by MVRDV
Alibaba targets 100 million users with new Qwen AI features
Alibaba targets 100 million users with new Qwen AI features
Integration brings shopping into main AI platform.
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H&M bets on Philippines as $15.8b 'fashion hungry' outlier
President Saed El-Achkar cites a globally rare demographic average age of 27.
4 days ago
Singapore SMEs to gain from clearer e-commerce rules
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The guidelines should boost the confidence of merchants on large platforms.
High rents, labour costs loom over Jollibee’s Australia plans
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A crowded chicken segment could also weigh on initial growth.
DFI Retail revamps Guardian and IKEA stores for smarter shopping
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Business is no longer purely transactional, but increasingly advisory.
Beyond The Vines uses online insights to shape overseas growth
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It looks at online reception before opening any physical stores.
Watsons launches Singapore’s first pharmacy eConsultation
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It targets busy professionals and people who want privacy.
Indonesian malls prioritise upgrades over expansion
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The shift mirrors Thailand’s focus on leisure and Japan’s emphasis on efficiency.
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FMCG Asia Awards 2025 Winner: Angela Kuo of DIAGEO Taiwan
Angela Kuo of DIAGEO Taiwan highlights how the Johnnie Walker Blonde launch made whisky more approachable for younger consumers.
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1. H&M bets on Philippines as $15.8b 'fashion hungry' outlier 2. LVMH's DFS exits Greater China retail amidst CTG Duty-Free takeover 3. Hermès consolidates 16 métiers in 3-storey Hanoi flagship 4. Foodpanda Singapore launches XL stores as basket sizes increase 5. KKV opens 2nd flagship as Tet competition in Vietnam intensifiesAwards
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FMCG Asia Awards 2025 Winner: Angela Kuo of DIAGEO Taiwan
Angela Kuo of DIAGEO Taiwan highlights how the Johnnie Walker Blonde launch made whisky more approachable for younger consumers.
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