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Asia consumption nears $7t as strategies split
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Asia consumption nears $7t as strategies split
Diverging consumer behaviour across markets forces firms to rethink regional playbooks.
22 minutes ago
Mumbai emerges as retail hotspot as int’l brands vie for prime locations
Mumbai emerges as retail hotspot as int’l brands vie for prime locations
Retail leasing surged about 82% YoY in 2025.
5 hours ago
Nestlé confirms sale of Blue Bottle Coffee to Centurium Capital
Nestlé confirms sale of Blue Bottle Coffee to Centurium Capital
The transaction is expected to be completed in the first half of 2026.
5 hours ago
Hermès blends mythology and craftsmanship in HK's Elements mall reopening
Hermès blends mythology and craftsmanship in HK's Elements mall reopening
Store design is inspired by mythical creatures and the five elements.
6 hours ago
CJ Olive Young to launch ‘Olive Point’ loyalty system in May
CJ Olive Young to launch ‘Olive Point’ loyalty system in May
Points can be used like cash across its online and offline stores.
6 hours ago
Zalora partners with PGMall to expand reach in Malaysia
Zalora partners with PGMall to expand reach in Malaysia
Selected fashion collections will now be available on PGMall.
6 hours ago
Miniso CEO signals confidence with planned $6.4m share purchase
Miniso CEO signals confidence with planned $6.4m share purchase
It will include ADSs and/or Hong Kong-listed ordinary shares.
6 hours ago
EssilorLuxottica expands manufacturing capabilities with Faro deal
EssilorLuxottica expands manufacturing capabilities with Faro deal
Faro offers integrated hardware and software solutions.
7 hours ago
Hermès unveils city-inspired retail concept at Taipei SOGO Fuxing
Hermès unveils city-inspired retail concept at Taipei SOGO Fuxing
Store design inspired by Taipei’s architecture, light, and urban energy
7 hours ago
Luckin Coffee opens 55,000-ton capacity smart roasting center in Qingdao
Luckin Coffee opens 55,000-ton capacity smart roasting center in Qingdao
It features the world’s largest single coffee roaster.
4 days ago
FairPrice Group to expand AI-powered retail innovations across stores by 2026
FairPrice Group to expand AI-powered retail innovations across stores by 2026
This includes smart carts, digital price tags, and AI staff app.
4 days ago
'Proffee' trend grows as functional beverage demand increases
'Proffee' trend grows as functional beverage demand increases
Busy lifestyles are driving demand for convenient functional drinks.
4 days ago
Singapore’s Paragon Mall set for $3.9b acquisition by CapitaLand
Singapore’s Paragon Mall set for $3.9b acquisition by CapitaLand
The deal is expected to be 2.1% DPU accretive for CICT.
5 days ago
Indian consumers amongst most optimistic in Asia as 75% expect higher income
Indian consumers amongst most optimistic in Asia as 75% expect higher income
Around 73% of consumers plan to increase spending on groceries.
5 days ago
Singapore retail weakens as costs rise and demand falls in Q1
Singapore retail weakens as costs rise and demand falls in Q1
A softer economic and employment outlook continues to dampen retail demand.
5 days ago
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How can beverage groups stay relevant as consumer habits fracture?
Asia-Pacific growth masks widening gaps between price-led and premium demand.
How can Indian brands stay visible as AI rewires consumer choice?
Over 80% of consumers use AI for shopping, testing how brands surface online.
How can Chinese consumer brands reset global expansion playbooks?
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.
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Easing rents lure retailers back to Hong Kong streets
Ground-floor shops offer higher visibility for food and daily-need retail.
6 days ago
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KPMG’s Cath Jowett: Asian retailers must decisively shift to capability-driven workforce strategy
She mentioned that retailers should prioritise digital and customer experience capabilities as automation and omnichannel retail grow.



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