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Luxury distribution shifts toward value in 2025 with outlets leading
Luxury distribution shifts toward value in 2025 with outlets leading
Outlets again outperformed, growing about 1% to 3%, whilst the secondhand luxury market expanded to about €50b.
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Generative AI reshapes online shopping discovery with conversational search
Generative AI reshapes online shopping discovery with conversational search
AI-powered search could influence more than US$595b in retail e-commerce by 2028.
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Bandai Namco opens Gundam flagship store in Hong Kong
Bandai Namco opens Gundam flagship store in Hong Kong
Store offers over 100 Gundam models and exclusive content.
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Thailand’s Central Retail exits Vietnam electronics market after Nguyen Kim sale
Thailand’s Central Retail exits Vietnam electronics market after Nguyen Kim sale
Thai retail giant to take $188.7m hit after sale
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Singapore retail sales rise 6.3% in November 2025
Singapore retail sales rise 6.3% in November 2025
It reached a value of $4.4b during the month.
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Hong Kong retail sales up 6.5% in November 2025
Hong Kong retail sales up 6.5% in November 2025
The value was provisionally estimated at $33.7b.
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China retail stays tough as price wars, weak demand persist: report
China retail stays tough as price wars, weak demand persist: report
It reported private brand penetration of 4.4% in China across the four categories studied.
Vietnam’s e-commerce boom faces growing pains
Vietnam’s e-commerce boom faces growing pains
Most rely heavily on platforms like Shopee and TikTok Shop.
Toys “R” Us Asia opens IP flagship store in Malaysia
Toys “R” Us Asia opens IP flagship store in Malaysia
It will retail products from TOMICA, Pokémon, and Gundam from Japan.
South Korea's Olive Young to launch wellness retail concept in 2026
South Korea's Olive Young to launch wellness retail concept in 2026
First stores planned for Gwanghwamun and Gangnam
Asian retailers turn to agentic AI for inventory resilience
Asian retailers turn to agentic AI for inventory resilience
This is amidst supply chain disruptions that are observed in Asia and Australia.
Bacha Coffee opens flagship store in Ginza, Tokyo
Bacha Coffee opens flagship store in Ginza, Tokyo
The flagship store is part of Bacha's global expansion plans.
Global toys and games sales reach $287b in 2025 on nostalgia demand: report
Global toys and games sales reach $287b in 2025 on nostalgia demand: report
Euromonitor expects video games to be the main growth driver, whilst traditional toys are likely to remain resilient.
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DFI Retail revamps Guardian and IKEA stores for smarter shopping
Business is no longer purely transactional, but increasingly advisory.
Beyond The Vines uses online insights to shape overseas growth
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It looks at online reception before opening any physical stores.
Watsons launches Singapore’s first pharmacy eConsultation
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It targets busy professionals and people who want privacy.
Indonesian malls prioritise upgrades over expansion
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The shift mirrors Thailand’s focus on leisure and Japan’s emphasis on efficiency.
Oh!Some bets on experience-led retail to engage shoppers
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Interactive store layouts, tie-ups, and live events seek to encourage repeat visits.
Singapore department stores shrink, add dining and wellness
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Social media and e-commerce are raising shopper expectations.
Kao Hong Kong makes convenience central to Attack brand strategy
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It aims to appeal to younger consumers.
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FMCG Asia Awards 2025 Winner: Veronica Bernice Jalgalado and Mabel Dela Cruz of CDO Foodsphere
Mabel Dela Cruz of CDO Foodsphere shared how campaigns for Highlands and San Marino help Filipino families elevate everyday meals.
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FMCG Asia Awards 2025 Winner: Veronica Bernice Jalgalado and Mabel Dela Cruz of CDO Foodsphere
Mabel Dela Cruz of CDO Foodsphere shared how campaigns for Highlands and San Marino help Filipino families elevate everyday meals.
