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Consumers want AI agents to shop for "idealised" selves
Consumers want AI agents to shop for "idealised" selves
26% of active generative AI users have bought a more expensive item after AI increased their confidence in the decision.
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Personal accessories market rebounds as jewellery, watches drive growth
Personal accessories market rebounds as jewellery, watches drive growth
Asia Pacific remains the strongest regional growth engine.
1 day ago
Retail enters ‘control economy' as growth concentrates in digital channels
Retail enters ‘control economy' as growth concentrates in digital channels
Competition is shifting from expansion to control over pricing, visibility, and consumer choices.
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Luckin Coffee surpasses 35,000 stores as global expansion accelerates
Luckin Coffee surpasses 35,000 stores as global expansion accelerates
Company also expands integrated supply chain and production network.
2 days ago
New Zara flagship debuts with dedicated lifestyle zones in Shanghai
New Zara flagship debuts with dedicated lifestyle zones in Shanghai
Spans nearly 2,000 square meters.
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Zara, H&M, and Sephora fined for late financial reporting in Australia
Zara, H&M, and Sephora fined for late financial reporting in Australia
Each paid $140,000 in penalties.
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Marks & Spencer returns to Philippines with new franchise deal
Marks & Spencer returns to Philippines with new franchise deal
First new store planned for Glorietta in Makati.
2 days ago
JD.com accelerates Hong Kong expansion with first JD MALL
JD.com accelerates Hong Kong expansion with first JD MALL
Plans to open up to eight more stores in the region within three years.
3 days ago
Laneige opens first global flagship in Seoul with AI-powered beauty services
Laneige opens first global flagship in Seoul with AI-powered beauty services
Includes AI-based skin analysis for personalised skincare formulation.
3 days ago
Singapore retail sales up 5.4% in April as consumer sentiment improves
Singapore retail sales up 5.4% in April as consumer sentiment improves
Total retail sales for April were estimated at $4.3b.
3 days ago
Rakuten and FamilyMart expand loyalty program with points incentive
Rakuten and FamilyMart expand loyalty program with points incentive
First-ever SPU integration of a non-Rakuten Group company.
3 days ago
Jollibee lands at Hong Kong International Airport as it expands global footprint
Jollibee lands at Hong Kong International Airport as it expands global footprint
Operates 24 hours daily.
6 days ago
Macau boutique gets experiential upgrade with Cartier’s open salon and bar debut
Macau boutique gets experiential upgrade with Cartier’s open salon and bar debut
Includes two private VIP salons for exclusive appointments and private experiences.
52TOYS targets global travelers with Hong Kong International Airport store opening
52TOYS targets global travelers with Hong Kong International Airport store opening
Product mix includes IP collectibles, travel essentials, and airport-exclusive items.
Skechers taps Brandman Retail to strengthen e-commerce presence in India
Skechers taps Brandman Retail to strengthen e-commerce presence in India
Covers platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra, Ajio, Tata CLiQ, and Nykaa Fashion.
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How is TikTok reshaping beauty sales in the Asia-Pacific region?
Faster trend cycles and algorithm-driven discovery are shifting demand online.
How can luxury brands defend pricing power as growth slows?
Spending shifts toward experiences as brands rethink pricing and customer engagement.
How can Australian retailers manage cost strain from Iran war?
Kearney sees rising fuel, freight, and packaging costs squeezing margins.
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Beauty brands rethink sales as TikTok, Douyin power livestream shopping
Douyin overtook Tmall in China beauty e-commerce sales in 2025.
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Nando’s leans on design edge to win drive-thru site race
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The chain targets premium locations beyond traditional QSR clusters.
2 days ago
Pet-friendly dining may lift core Hong Kong mall traffic
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Weekend spending is expected to benefit central districts over suburban malls.
3 days ago
Asian retailers turn POS systems into real-time marketing tools
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QR payments and digital wallets push checkout systems beyond transactions.
Hidden cyber risks emerge as Asia retailers handle peak shopping demand
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Bot activity, account takeover attempts, and payment abuse become harder to detect.
Domino’s India cafe experiment to lure customers during off-peak hours
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Its biggest challenge is making coffee a habitual purchase at a pizza chain.
Uniqlo unveils cooling pop-up as Singapore hits record heat stress
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Visitors experience fabric functions directly through hands-on displays.
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The company gets recognised for its sustainable development in Krabi and its innovative urban park integration in Bangkok.
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1. Nando’s leans on design edge to win drive-thru site race 2. Pet-friendly dining may lift core Hong Kong mall traffic 3. JD.com accelerates Hong Kong expansion with first JD MALL 4. Jollibee lands at Hong Kong International Airport as it expands global footprint 5. BIRKENSTOCK South East Asia Pte Ltd secures three wins at Retail Asia Awards 2026Awards
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The company gets recognised for its sustainable development in Krabi and its innovative urban park integration in Bangkok.
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