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Aromatherapy air fresheners see rapid growth as consumers prioritise wellness
Aromatherapy air fresheners see rapid growth as consumers prioritise wellness
About 79% of consumers value “natural” product attributes.
4 hours ago
Apparel Group partners with Cotton On to enter India
Apparel Group partners with Cotton On to enter India
It will introduce the brand through a phased omnichannel rollout.
4 hours ago
Fashion brands facing shift to agent-first AI commerce
Fashion brands facing shift to agent-first AI commerce
Discovery moves from search engines to AI assistants.
2 days ago
Jollibee launches Compose Coffee in the Philippines
Jollibee launches Compose Coffee in the Philippines
The Philippine launch is another step in a broader regional takeover in Southeast Asia.
2 days ago
China’s luxury market stabilises after sharp 2024 drop
China’s luxury market stabilises after sharp 2024 drop
Kearney reported China luxury market down 3–5% in 2025 with early recovery emerging.
2 days ago
LVMH appoints new president for South & Southeast Asia
LVMH appoints new president for South & Southeast Asia
He will drive growth and expansion of LVMH Maisons in these regions.
2 days ago
Miu Miu unveils two-floor flagship in Hong Kong
Miu Miu unveils two-floor flagship in Hong Kong
New VIP lounge offers private shopping experiences.
2 days ago
Rising stress awareness fuels growth in neurocosmetic skincare market
Rising stress awareness fuels growth in neurocosmetic skincare market
Products targeting stress-related inflammation, acne, and dullness are reshaping the market.
2 days ago
Global retail market surges $30t in 2025 despite AI strains
Global retail market surges $30t in 2025 despite AI strains
48% upgraded their IT infrastructure as AI investment increased.
4 days ago
Singapore plans blind box rules over gambling concerns
Singapore plans blind box rules over gambling concerns
It aims to address gambling inducement risks.
6 days ago
Australia retail growth eases in December as spending shifts earlier
Australia retail growth eases in December as spending shifts earlier
December sales reached $27.22b after early shopping shift.
6 days ago
Australia’s e-commerce shifts toward global market leaders
Australia’s e-commerce shifts toward global market leaders
Amazon, Shein, and Temu gain ground, placing the era of local marketplaces at risk.
6 days ago
Temu partners with DEKRA to boost product safety in marketplace
Temu partners with DEKRA to boost product safety in marketplace
DEKRA will provide independent testing for Temu’s automotive and household electronics.
Lazada's RedMart launches 30-minute grocery delivery in Singapore
Lazada's RedMart launches 30-minute grocery delivery in Singapore
The service is designed for urgent or last-minute grocery needs.
Ageing population to drive APAC retail pharma market to $524.8b by 2032
Ageing population to drive APAC retail pharma market to $524.8b by 2032
This demographic shift is expecto to increase prescription volumes.
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How can consumer brands win price-conscious Southeast Asian shoppers?
Price remains the top concern for most consumers.
How can China’s FMCG brands move beyond discounts?
Simply increasing supply and lowering prices are no longer enough.
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Brands ditch 20m buyers for 'Crazy Rich Asians'
About 20 million consumers exited the personal luxury goods market last year.
FairPrice AI trolleys trigger 80% surge in shopper spend
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Its flagship store has raised the average basket size from $19.64 to $35.36.
AI enters the Philippine neighbourhood store
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Widespread use could generate up to $48b in economic value by 2030.
Asia’s shoppers ditch search bars for ChatGPT conversations
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Referral traffic from platforms like ChatGPT grew sevenfold over the past year.
Hong Kong small retailers step up investment to take on big chains
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They are getting a boost from state funding and fee cuts.
Fashion
H&M bets on Philippines as $15.8b 'fashion hungry' outlier
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President Saed El-Achkar cites a globally rare demographic average age of 27.
Singapore SMEs to gain from clearer e-commerce rules
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The guidelines should boost the confidence of merchants on large platforms.
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