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Global dairy alternatives market to nearly double by 2036
Global dairy alternatives market to nearly double by 2036
Rising lactose intolerance drives demand for plant-based alternatives.
8 hours ago
Estée Lauder in early talks with Puig over possible merger
Estée Lauder in early talks with Puig over possible merger
No final decision has been made.
8 hours ago
Misto Holdings drives Korean fashion growth across Greater China
Misto Holdings drives Korean fashion growth across Greater China
Over 100 stores planned in Greater China by mid-2026.
8 hours ago
Amazon Australia launches dedicated K-Beauty storefront
Amazon Australia launches dedicated K-Beauty storefront
It offers more than 60 Korean skincare and beauty brands.
8 hours ago
IKEA targets 25 new stores across India over next five years
IKEA targets 25 new stores across India over next five years
Over $1.03b has already been invested in the Indian market.
8 hours ago
Australian retailers cut jobs as fuel and supply chain costs surge
Australian retailers cut jobs as fuel and supply chain costs surge
Businesses are warning of possible closures.
1 day ago
Retail trade sales in Taiwan climbs to $11.96b in February
Retail trade sales in Taiwan climbs to $11.96b in February
Sales in the wholesale trade reached $34.97b.
1 day ago
Gap launches in Australia with Fashionata partnership
Gap launches in Australia with Fashionata partnership
The brand will be available in select Myer stores.
1 day ago
Lunar New Year boost pushes South Korea’s offline sales up 14.1%
Lunar New Year boost pushes South Korea’s offline sales up 14.1%
Hypermarkets and department stores led growth.
1 day ago
CDFI and ANTA sign deal to expand retail across Asia
CDFI and ANTA sign deal to expand retail across Asia
The partnership will focus on key Belt and Road markets.
4 days ago
Franchise push drives Bata India past 700 stores across country
Franchise push drives Bata India past 700 stores across country
It plans to double the pace of new store openings.
4 days ago
Luxury brands turn to AI to boost sales and customer engagement
Luxury brands turn to AI to boost sales and customer engagement
They target the ultra-wealthy and aspirational middle-class consumers.
4 days ago
PDD profit sinks 12% in 2025 despite strong revenue
PDD profit sinks 12% in 2025 despite strong revenue
It was dragged by a significant surge in operating expenses and cost of revenues.
5 days ago
Travel rebound propels luggage market to $183b
Travel rebound propels luggage market to $183b
Asia-Pacific dominated the market in 2025.
5 days ago
Premium fashion, seasonal collections boost designer apparel sales
Premium fashion, seasonal collections boost designer apparel sales
E-commerce platforms are also further boosting accessibility.
5 days ago
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How are Australian retailers responding to ultra‑cheap marketplaces?
Weaker players are being forced to change operating models, or risk further declines.
How can footwear and apparel brands fix inventory mismatches?
Global stockouts and overstocks cost retailers about $1.8t each year.
How can duty-free win back shoppers?
Travel retail sales are 13% below pre-pandemic levels despite a surge in air passengers.
How will delivery fees change in a Grab–Foodpanda duopoly?
Deliveroo struggled to compete in a market driven by scale.
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Global brands accept high costs as gateway strategy squeezes local shops
International operators arrive with established digital marketing capabilities and supply chains.
13 hours ago
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FMCG Asia Awards 2025 Winner: Jason Sng of FairPrice Group
Jason Sng of FairPrice Xtra VivoCity shares how its partnership with LOTTE Mart has elevated the in-store experience across FairPrice Xtra outlets.



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