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Around 1 in 4 Thai Gen Zs find spending on preventing skin issues a waste
They prefer to buy products that address current issues.
Indonesian’s evolved self-care habits open opportunities for brands
Nearly 60% of Indonesians say looking good makes them feel confident. 
Over 35% of Indonesians eat to reduce stress: report
Shoppers in the market buy food and drink to indulge during tough times. 
World of Flight opens first Jordan-only store in Japan
The Jordan World of Flight Shibuya is also the first in Asia. 
L’Oreal invests in biotech for sustainable beauty
This is to include more plant-based ingredients in their beauty products. 
Foot Locker to exit Hong Kong, Macau
It will continue to expand in the region through licenses.
JFC eyes opening 600 stores in 2023
It opened 542 stores in 2022, the highest it recorded in a year.
Three new shopping malls to open in Jakarta in 2023
Knight Frank said six more malls will open by 2025.
Bvlgari wants to tap into China’s male fragrances market
The market is projected to surge at a 10% compound annual growth rate between 2023 and 2027. 
Around 1 in 2 Singaporeans intend to buy audio, video technology
Malaysia has the largest market share of content creators in the region.
Philippines’ San Miguel Foods net income up 21% YoY in 2022
Its revenue rose 16% YoY to around $3.2b.
Logitech Singapore, Watsons partner to bring greater access to tech accessories
Logitech is the first global tech brand to partner with Watsons. 
Reliance Consumer relaunches Campa in bid to rival Coca-Cola, PepsiCo
Coca-Cola and PepsiCo currently dominate the Indian carbonates market. 
Philippine-based Max’s Group’s organic income growth climbs nearly 40%
The restaurant chain reported its 2022 organic net income growth stood at P622m (US$11.3m). 

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Three ways retailers can serve ‘budgeteers’
A budgeteer is someone who is not willing to spend more than necessary.
Indomaret's journey to become a household name in Indonesia
The number of their outlets have now reached more than 21,000 outlets across Indonesia.
Fashion 24-hour beauty: Coty SEA blends physical and digital space for limitless store access
Coty SEA stores offer services that give the same customer experience online.
BNPL platforms risk losing trust by ignoring SFA Code of Conduct
Under the Code of Conduct, BNPL providers need to show customers their ‘Trustmark’.
BNPL regulations toughen debt prevention and financial literacy in APAC
The Philippines, Vietnam, and Indonesia are more vulnerable to the risks of credit products, Euromonitor International reported.
Stores CONCEPT WATCH: Eatology cooks up a ‘halfway diet’ for Hong Kongers
The flexitarian meal plan is for consumers looking to reduce their consumption of animal-based products. 
How AI/ML curation helps Blibli to always provide original products
Blibli’s AI technology is able to detect indications of counterfeit goods 10 times faster.

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Around 1 in 4 Thai Gen Zs find spending on preventing skin issues a waste
They prefer to buy products that address current issues.
Indonesian’s evolved self-care habits open opportunities for brands
Nearly 60% of Indonesians say looking good makes them feel confident. 
Over 35% of Indonesians eat to reduce stress: report
Shoppers in the market buy food and drink to indulge during tough times. 
World of Flight opens first Jordan-only store in Japan
The Jordan World of Flight Shibuya is also the first in Asia. 
L’Oreal invests in biotech for sustainable beauty
This is to include more plant-based ingredients in their beauty products. 
Foot Locker to exit Hong Kong, Macau
It will continue to expand in the region through licenses.
JFC eyes opening 600 stores in 2023
It opened 542 stores in 2022, the highest it recorded in a year.
Three new shopping malls to open in Jakarta in 2023
Knight Frank said six more malls will open by 2025.
Bvlgari wants to tap into China’s male fragrances market
The market is projected to surge at a 10% compound annual growth rate between 2023 and 2027. 
Around 1 in 2 Singaporeans intend to buy audio, video technology
Malaysia has the largest market share of content creators in the region.
Philippines’ San Miguel Foods net income up 21% YoY in 2022
Its revenue rose 16% YoY to around $3.2b.
Logitech Singapore, Watsons partner to bring greater access to tech accessories
Logitech is the first global tech brand to partner with Watsons. 
Reliance Consumer relaunches Campa in bid to rival Coca-Cola, PepsiCo
Coca-Cola and PepsiCo currently dominate the Indian carbonates market. 
Philippine-based Max’s Group’s organic income growth climbs nearly 40%
The restaurant chain reported its 2022 organic net income growth stood at P622m (US$11.3m). 

Exclusives

Three ways retailers can serve ‘budgeteers’
A budgeteer is someone who is not willing to spend more than necessary.
Indomaret's journey to become a household name in Indonesia
The number of their outlets have now reached more than 21,000 outlets across Indonesia.
Fashion 24-hour beauty: Coty SEA blends physical and digital space for limitless store access
Coty SEA stores offer services that give the same customer experience online.
BNPL platforms risk losing trust by ignoring SFA Code of Conduct
Under the Code of Conduct, BNPL providers need to show customers their ‘Trustmark’.
BNPL regulations toughen debt prevention and financial literacy in APAC
The Philippines, Vietnam, and Indonesia are more vulnerable to the risks of credit products, Euromonitor International reported.
Stores CONCEPT WATCH: Eatology cooks up a ‘halfway diet’ for Hong Kongers
The flexitarian meal plan is for consumers looking to reduce their consumption of animal-based products. 
How AI/ML curation helps Blibli to always provide original products
Blibli’s AI technology is able to detect indications of counterfeit goods 10 times faster.

Join the Retail Asia community