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Vietnam retailers see margins squeezed as expansion masks loss-making units
Vietnam retailers see margins squeezed as expansion masks loss-making units
Fragmented data and systems prevent leaders from seeing the full financial picture.
1 hour ago
Starbucks eyes 20,000 China stores as Boyu Capital takes majority stake
Starbucks eyes 20,000 China stores as Boyu Capital takes majority stake
Starbucks retains 40% ownership and continues to own and license its brand.
7 hours ago
Marimekko targets Asia growth with new stores in Indonesia and Philippines
Marimekko targets Asia growth with new stores in Indonesia and Philippines
The brand will operate through loose franchise partnerships.
7 hours ago
FairPrice Group trials Singapore’s first autonomous vehicle supply route
FairPrice Group trials Singapore’s first autonomous vehicle supply route
The pilot covers a 6km round trip.
7 hours ago
Amorepacific partners with Viol Medical to expand beauty device offerings
Amorepacific partners with Viol Medical to expand beauty device offerings
Collaboration covers product development, marketing, and home beauty devices.
7 hours ago
Vietnam retail shifts to AI-driven decision ecosystems
Vietnam retail shifts to AI-driven decision ecosystems
AI tools are also reshaping how shoppers choose products across retail channels.
3 days ago
Vietnam retailers target personalisation as Gen Z turns to online discovery
Vietnam retailers target personalisation as Gen Z turns to online discovery
Panelists during Retail Asia Summit discussion highlight digital engagement, personalization, and experience as key to capturing demographic.
3 days ago
Vietnam e-commerce under pressure as discount-led growth loses momentum
Vietnam e-commerce under pressure as discount-led growth loses momentum
Fragmented systems also continue to disrupt customer experience.
4 days ago
Vietnam consumers hold back spending despite 8% GDP growth
Vietnam consumers hold back spending despite 8% GDP growth
Rising living costs and global uncertainties are influencing how they spend.
4 days ago
Centralised supply chains reduce Vietnam retail stock-outs
Centralised supply chains reduce Vietnam retail stock-outs
Consolidated logistics, regular deliveries, and supplier alignment are critical to meeting customer demand.
4 days ago
Hong Kong consumers stay cautious as dining out leads spending
Hong Kong consumers stay cautious as dining out leads spending
Quality and experience still drive demand.
5 days ago
Singapore consumers stay cautious despite income growth hopes
Singapore consumers stay cautious despite income growth hopes
Essentials drive spending plans.
5 days ago
Retail sector amongst hardest hit by job cuts in Singapore
Retail sector amongst hardest hit by job cuts in Singapore
The sector placed third overall.
5 days ago
Global dairy alternatives market to nearly double by 2036
Global dairy alternatives market to nearly double by 2036
Rising lactose intolerance drives demand for plant-based alternatives.
6 days ago
Estée Lauder in early talks with Puig over possible merger
Estée Lauder in early talks with Puig over possible merger
No final decision has been made.
6 days ago
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Overseas markets are becoming key to growth rather than peripheral add-ons.
How are Australian retailers responding to ultra‑cheap marketplaces?
Weaker players are being forced to change operating models, or risk further declines.
How can footwear and apparel brands fix inventory mismatches?
Global stockouts and overstocks cost retailers about $1.8t each year.
How can duty-free win back shoppers?
Travel retail sales are 13% below pre-pandemic levels despite a surge in air passengers.
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Global brands accept high costs as gateway strategy squeezes local shops
International operators arrive with established digital marketing capabilities and supply chains.
6 days ago
MINISO turns fandom into repeat revenue driver with Malaysian flagship
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It is counting on character-based items and collector behaviour to drive visits.
Central Retail Vietnam revamps supply chain to cut empty shelves
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Products must reach shelves consistently, on time, and at the right quality.
Merchandisers turn to trendspotting as AI runs numbers
![Merchandisers turn to trendspotting as AI runs numbers]()
Humans now set rules and guide AI to protect brand value and pricing.
CHAGEE targets prime sites to drive Asia-Pacific expansion
![CHAGEE targets prime sites to drive Asia-Pacific expansion]()
Morning tea routines are a key growth opportunity.
SM Supermalls pivots to experience-led retail with $2.6b national rollout
![SM Supermalls pivots to experience-led retail with $2.6b national rollout]()
The group plans to open one flagship mall each year.
K-Pop signed singles, photocards turn fans into investors
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Premium items have appreciated like blue-chip collectibles.
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