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Retailers rethink premium strategy as Filipino consumers grow more ‘value fluid'
Retailers rethink premium strategy as Filipino consumers grow more ‘value fluid'
Retail leaders say value-driven shoppers mix premium and budget buys, pushing brands to prove value beyond price.
29 minutes ago
Aligning channels key to capturing discerning Filipino shoppers in 2026
Aligning channels key to capturing discerning Filipino shoppers in 2026
Price, promotion, and shelf visibility are critical levers.
1 hour ago
Indoor gardens and rooftop sports highlight SM Supermalls’ next phase
Indoor gardens and rooftop sports highlight SM Supermalls’ next phase
The retail giant plans to invest ₱150b by 2030 in new malls and upgraded experiences.
2 hours ago
Philippine retail falls behind regional peers as expansion outpaces efficiency
Philippine retail falls behind regional peers as expansion outpaces efficiency
The country is falling behind regional competitors in operational productivity.
2 hours ago
Only 5% of retailers get AI right amidst lack of integrated systems
Only 5% of retailers get AI right amidst lack of integrated systems
The remaining 95% fail because when executives discuss AI, the answers are less clear.
2 hours ago
Influencer-led content, short-form video drives results over traditional metrics
Influencer-led content, short-form video drives results over traditional metrics
The shift is fuelled by algorithms prioritising watch time and engagement.
2 hours ago
DTI pushes logistics reforms as supply chain bottlenecks risk retail operations
DTI pushes logistics reforms as supply chain bottlenecks risk retail operations
Supply chain weaknesses directly impact product availability and operations.
2 hours ago
Digital access gaps reshape Philippine retail competition
Digital access gaps reshape Philippine retail competition
This results in a fragmented digital landscape where consumers interact with brands in very different ways.
4 hours ago
Hyper-connected Filipinos drive omnichannel shift and personalised experiences
Hyper-connected Filipinos drive omnichannel shift and personalised experiences
Gatherings and community influence buying behavior.
6 hours ago
Philippine digital commerce expands via social discovery and hyperlocal strategies
Philippine digital commerce expands via social discovery and hyperlocal strategies
Still, physical stores remain important.
6 hours ago
Why customer focus alone is insufficient for retail survival
Why customer focus alone is insufficient for retail survival
Executives must think about employees just as much as customers.
8 hours ago
Fragrance brands turn to AI to meet consumer demands
Fragrance brands turn to AI to meet consumer demands
This allows companies to tailor their product strategies effectively.
8 hours ago
Authentic Brands Group appoints NewRee as Reebok partner in Greater China
Authentic Brands Group appoints NewRee as Reebok partner in Greater China
The partnership covers Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau.
8 hours ago
Flipkart moves holding company to India ahead of IPO
Flipkart moves holding company to India ahead of IPO
The move supports the company’s planned stock market listing in India.
8 hours ago
Online shopping boom drives 17.7% growth in Singapore’s ecommerce
Online shopping boom drives 17.7% growth in Singapore’s ecommerce
Livestream shopping on TikTok, Shopee, Lazada, and Facebook is gaining popularity.
1 day ago
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These tools let retailers adjust prices and refine promotions in near real time.
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Price remains the top concern for most consumers.
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Retailers rethink premium strategy as Filipino consumers grow more ‘value fluid'
Retail leaders say value-driven shoppers mix premium and budget buys, pushing brands to prove value beyond price.


