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Indian consumers lead APAC in discretionary spending
Spending is strong in dining, jewelry, electronics, and travel.
SM Prime to redevelop Megamall with $123m investment
SM Prime to redevelop Megamall with $123m investment
The mall will expand by 20,000 square meter.
15 hours ago
Shake Shack to enter Vietnam market
Shake Shack to enter Vietnam market
The first flagship Shack is scheduled to open in 2026.
16 hours ago
JD.com completes acquisition of KAI BO food supermarket in Hong Kong
JD.com completes acquisition of KAI BO food supermarket in Hong Kong
The deal strengthens its presence in the Guangdong-HK-Macau GBA.
16 hours ago
Ingka group names new CEO and president
Ingka group names new CEO and president
Maeztu will officially assume the role on 5 November.
3 days ago
Capital market revival fuels consumer sector growth in China
Capital market revival fuels consumer sector growth in China
Four of the top ten HKEX IPOs in H1 2025 were consumer companies.
3 days ago
Ingka Group invests in China’s Re-mall
Ingka Group invests in China’s Re-mall
The funding will expand recycling capacity and support new product development.
5 days ago
Diptyque launches first street-level concept store in Hong Kong
Diptyque launches first street-level concept store in Hong Kong
Summer Fruit Garden installation runs until early October.
5 days ago
Levi Strauss appoints new managing director for SAMEA
Levi Strauss appoints new managing director for SAMEA
He previously led South Asia operations.
6 days ago
Brands urged to trade products for emotional connection
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Brands urged to trade products for emotional connection
Emotional connection is key to win younger consumers.
Cartier opens flagship boutique in Bangkok
Cartier opens flagship boutique in Bangkok
The store blends modern design, Thai heritage, and Cartier craftsmanship.
Salomon opens new concept store in Shanghai, China
Salomon opens new concept store in Shanghai, China
It is located in a historic French-style building on Anfu Road.
Lotteria to open first Malaysia outlet this year
Lotteria to open first Malaysia outlet this year
It plans to open 30 Lotteria stores in the country within five years.
Temu partners with FITI Testing Institute to strengthen product quality control
Temu partners with FITI Testing Institute to strengthen product quality control
FITI will offer third-party testing for textiles and apparel sold on Temu.
Pop Mart opens first Southeast Asia landmark store in Thailand
Pop Mart opens first Southeast Asia landmark store in Thailand
It also launched POP MART’s first café outside China.
Longchamp reopens renovated boutiques at ION Orchard and Marina Bay Sands
Longchamp reopens renovated boutiques at ION Orchard and Marina Bay Sands
Interiors blend heritage, craftsmanship, and modern elegance.
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Garnier targets esports to expand men’s skincare footprint in Asia
Gen Zers and Millennials are embracing self-care routines once seen as feminine.
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Gen Z drives Starbucks’ drink innovation
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Only one of five beverage concepts survive the company’s testing process.
Foodpanda uses hyperlocal data to personalise deliveries
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Ensuring speed has become a priority for the platform’s Singapore operations.
Ignoring seniors could cost retailers big
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The new generation of older adults in Hong Kong consume more.
Indonesian retailers embrace digital signage to boost traffic
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Lippo, Erajaya, and Kopi Kenangan use screens for promotions.
MAP Indonesia targets rising middle class with home and wellness focus
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The retailer is targeting 80 million people in the middle-to-premium class.
Uniqlo Singapore pilots mini outlet for busy shoppers
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The branch will serve working professionals, elderly shoppers, and families.
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