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Oh!Some bets on experience-led retail to engage shoppers

Interactive store layouts, tie-ups, and live events seek to encourage repeat visits.
6 days ago
Primark opens first flagship store in the Middle East
Primark opens first flagship store in the Middle East
The store has over 60,000 square feet of shopping space.
2 hours ago
Data reshapes fashion as consumers demand purpose and personalisation
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Data reshapes fashion as consumers demand purpose and personalisation
Brands are using data analytics to sharpen assortments, predict behavior, and cut waste.
1 day ago
AI solutions counter soaring retail crime losses
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AI solutions counter soaring retail crime losses
Integrated AI video, cloud, and access solutions combat retail crime.
1 day ago
South Korea's Bunjang launches AI authentication system to fight counterfeits
South Korea's Bunjang launches AI authentication system to fight counterfeits
It verifies authenticity in just six seconds with 99.9% accuracy.
1 day ago
Smaller cities in China drive consumption for the foodservice sector
Smaller cities in China drive consumption for the foodservice sector
The sector’s value jumped to $385b in the first half of the year
1 day ago
Shopee and Meta partner to streamline social commerce in SEA
Shopee and Meta partner to streamline social commerce in SEA
New tools include affiliate marketing features and Collaborative Ads for Facebook Live.
2 days ago
Watsons launches pharmacy eConsultation service in Singapore
Watsons launches pharmacy eConsultation service in Singapore
It accessible via the Watsons website and mobile app
2 days ago
Adore Beauty appoints Jason Murray as incoming chair
Adore Beauty appoints Jason Murray as incoming chair
He will stand for election at the 2025 AGM on 21 November.
3 days ago
Smaller F&B operators drive HK retail leasing momentum
Smaller F&B operators drive HK retail leasing momentum
Upscale Korean dining concepts are leading the surge.
4 days ago
Kering and L’Oréal announce $4.6b partnership in luxury beauty and wellness
Kering and L’Oréal announce $4.6b partnership in luxury beauty and wellness
It is expected to close in the first half of 2026.
4 days ago
Digital catalogues drive in-store shopping boom amongst Australians
Digital catalogues drive in-store shopping boom amongst Australians
98% of Australians still shop in-store.
4 days ago
Here’s what’s driving Japan’s retail leasing demand
Here’s what’s driving Japan’s retail leasing demand
Korean and Chinese brands are expanding rapidly in fashion, F&B, and cosmetics.
4 days ago
Prime malls keep Thailand’s retail market steady despite tourist slowdown
Prime malls keep Thailand’s retail market steady despite tourist slowdown
F&B remains the strongest driver of new leasing activity.
4 days ago
Recession Glam drives consumers to demand cheaper beauty
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Recession Glam drives consumers to demand cheaper beauty
Asia-Pacific shoppers are cutting costs but still expect premium experiences.
4 days ago
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Oh!Some bets on experience-led retail to engage shoppers
Interactive store layouts, tie-ups, and live events seek to encourage repeat visits.
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Success centres on resilient, sustainable value chains and compliance – EY’s Olivier Gergele
He stressed that companies can stay ahead by driving personalisation, seamless experiences, and embedding sustainability at the core of their operations.