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Half of Asian consumers prioritise inner beauty in F&B choices

43% of Asian consumers are highly inclined to buy products endorsed by social media influencers.
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Half of Asian consumers prioritise inner beauty in F&B choices

43% of Asian consumers are highly inclined to buy products endorsed by social media influencers.
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Payment cards drive over 50% of Australia's e-commerce transactions

The country’s e-commerce market is anticipated to hit $72.9b by 2028.
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Foodpanda launches new private label range “bright”

New product line aims to enhance customer satisfaction and retention.
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Mintel: consumers favour brands that align with personal values

Consumers value authenticity in brand choices, says analyst.

Vietnam's middle class eyes higher disposable income by 2027

Economic growth and urbanisation propel middle class expansion

How Gen Z's thirst for innovation shapes cocktail culture

Gen Z consumers report higher spending on pubs, clubs, or bars.

FairPrice Group offers over $4.5m in May Day discounts

From 25 April, union members get a 50% discount on selected essential items for three weeks.

Sephora launches DRUNK ELEPHANT in Mainland China

It is now accessible in Sephora stores located in major cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chengdu.

Chanel tops South Korea's luxury market

It surpassed Louis Vuitton with sales of $1.2b (KRW1.7t).

New Zealand retailers anticipate sluggish winter sales

32% of businesses are uncertain about surviving in the next 12 months.

Chocolate crisis looms as cocoa prices surge

The surge is primarily attributed to the severe global shortage of cocoa.

Retailers leverage insights for targeted e-commerce growth

Enhanced customer understanding drives personalised strategies and increases sales.

How cost-per-wear redefines fashion value

This metric evaluates an item's value based on its frequency of use, lifespan, and resale potential.

What tech innovations retailers are investing in

They are now increasingly adopting digital interfaces, simplified shopping, and data-driven retail.

Malaysia's e-commerce market to grow by 12.8% in 2024

Alternative payment methods accounted for 35.7% of e-commerce transactions in 2023.

Suntory to raise prices on selected products in Japan from 1 Oct

The recommended retail prices for these products will increase by +6 to +32%.

Electronic payments and financial cards platforms target B2B spending: report

The Asia-Pacific region led in B2B payment value, generating $31.9 t.