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Calvin Klein expands SK footprint with new Seoul store
Calvin Klein expands SK footprint with new Seoul store
The three-storey store is located in Seongdong-gu.
4 hours ago
Miu Miu rolls out global retail concept at Hong Kong location
Miu Miu rolls out global retail concept at Hong Kong location
It spans approximately 161 square metres.
4 hours ago
Asia watch claims jump 21% as theft rises
Asia watch claims jump 21% as theft rises
The global average increase was lower at 17% over the past three years.
10 hours ago
South Korea's smartphone sales dip despite stable demand
South Korea's smartphone sales dip despite stable demand
Premium segment captured 73.2% market share.
5 days ago
AS Watson brand lab backs early-stage brands with regional scaling
AS Watson brand lab backs early-stage brands with regional scaling
It leverages the company’s over 180 million loyalty members.
Health-conscious trends seen driving Asia-Pacific bakery growth through 2030
Health-conscious trends seen driving Asia-Pacific bakery growth through 2030
Impulse formats in packaged bakery are forecast to grow faster than routine bakery.
L’Oréal boosts India push with Innovist acquisition
L’Oréal boosts India push with Innovist acquisition
Founders will remain involved as minority shareholders and continue operations.
Australians expected to spend $10.7b in end-of-financial-year sales
Australians expected to spend $10.7b in end-of-financial-year sales
Spending growth is expected to slow to 1.9% well below inflation.
AI agents push APAC retailers into machine search
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AI agents push APAC retailers into machine search
Brands risk weaker visibility as automated shopping systems increasingly influence product discovery pricing and purchasing decisions.
DHL upcycles retired uniforms into fashion accessories with Hong Kong designer
DHL upcycles retired uniforms into fashion accessories with Hong Kong designer
Retired courier gear is reworked into accessories with Redress and Absurd Laboratory.
TikTok rolls out AI ad tools, in-app ’mini’ experiences to boost engagement
TikTok rolls out AI ad tools, in-app ’mini’ experiences to boost engagement
Ads can now be created, managed, and optimised with less manual input.
AI exposes discount waste as retailers dump mass promos
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AI exposes discount waste as retailers dump mass promos
Personalised offers slash average discount rates to 13% while lifting total redemptions to 60%.
Yum China takes full control of Pizza Hut China in $1.2b acquisition
Yum China takes full control of Pizza Hut China in $1.2b acquisition
Plans to expand Pizza Hut to over 6,000 stores by 2028.
Frasers Group in $3.1b bid for Hugo Boss
Frasers Group in $3.1b bid for Hugo Boss
UK house looking to grow current share from 26% to full ownership
ChillFill targets 3x growth in APAC frozen potato market
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ChillFill targets 3x growth in APAC frozen potato market
The manufacturer posted 50% annual growth across five APAC markets and is now expanding into value-added frozen product lines.
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How can retailers tell if loyalty programmes work?
Research suggests sales gains alone can give a misleading picture.
How can luxury brands compete as AI bots rise?
AI agents could influence up to $5t in consumer goods sales by 2030.
How is TikTok reshaping beauty sales in the Asia-Pacific region?
Faster trend cycles and algorithm-driven discovery are shifting demand online.
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Indian retailers go hyperlocal as citywide expansion loses ground
They use micro-market data to rethink where stores open.
Siam Piwat embeds green rules across Bangkok mall tenants
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Post-pandemic demand is driving a shift toward more responsible consumption.
E-commerce
Beauty brands rethink sales as TikTok, Douyin power livestream shopping
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Douyin overtook Tmall in China beauty e-commerce sales in 2025.
Nando’s leans on design edge to win drive-thru site race
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The chain targets premium locations beyond traditional QSR clusters.
Pet-friendly dining may lift core Hong Kong mall traffic
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Weekend spending is expected to benefit central districts over suburban malls.
Asian retailers turn POS systems into real-time marketing tools
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QR payments and digital wallets push checkout systems beyond transactions.
Hidden cyber risks emerge as Asia retailers handle peak shopping demand
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Bot activity, account takeover attempts, and payment abuse become harder to detect.
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Inside Shell Singapore’s win at the Retail Asia Awards 2026
Dylan Huang of Shell Singapore shares how Watsons, Hooga, and Vivino create a seamless mix of essentials, gifting, and social occasions.
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1. Singapore influencer marketing slumps to 28% excitement driver 2. Thai shopping apps end discount wars and raise fees on sellers 3. Shopping perks boost spending amongst first-time buyers, report says 4. China's private labels undercut national brands by 16% 5. South Korea's smartphone sales dip despite stable demandAwards
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Event News
Inside Shell Singapore’s win at the Retail Asia Awards 2026
Dylan Huang of Shell Singapore shares how Watsons, Hooga, and Vivino create a seamless mix of essentials, gifting, and social occasions.
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How EV buyers in Asia are rewriting consumer trust and retail competition
If the AI agent doesn't know your brand, neither does your next customer