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AI checkouts challenge brands’ customer control
AI checkouts challenge brands’ customer control
Brands face rising pressure to retain control as agent-led commerce accelerates.
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Inflation pushes urban India cautious on FMCG spending
Customer spending has lessened with some goods hit harder.
China’s FMCG market logs 1.3% growth in Q3 on more O2O purchases
Lower-tier cities factored in about 80% in the market expansion in 2025.
Lazada launches tiered membership programme in six Southeast Asian markets
The programme offers discounts to fashion retailers, food deliveries, and streaming platforms.
TikTok disrupts how Asia buys beauty
Creator-led authenticity redefines how consumers buy products online.
This 11.11, the real battle lies in shopper confidence – not the biggest discount
For brands and marketers, this generation is the new battleground for earning checkout confidence.
Taobao Singapore launches affiliates platform
Users can earn up to 30% in commission on successful referrals.
Lazada invests over $25m for bigger 11.11 sale
The company is rolling out enhanced artificial intelligence capabilities and affiliate solutions.
Consumers drive earlier holiday shopping with digital tools
Holiday shopping peaks in November.
Data reshapes fashion as consumers demand purpose and personalisation
Brands are using data analytics to sharpen assortments, predict behavior, and cut waste.
South Korea's Bunjang launches AI authentication system to fight counterfeits
It verifies authenticity in just six seconds with 99.9% accuracy.
Shopee and Meta partner to streamline social commerce in SEA
New tools include affiliate marketing features and Collaborative Ads for Facebook Live.
Lazada, POP MART renew partnership to speed up collectibles delivery in SEA
Orders will now be dispatched within 48 hours.
H&M taps young Filipinos to drive growth
Youth, digital habits, and fashion appetite fuel H&M’s Philippine strategy.
JD.com delivers over 30,000 iPhone 17 units within hours of launch
About 10,000 stores supported same-day delivery in 80% of counties.
Here’s how this Henan retailer rivals Sam’s Club at its own game
Pang Dong Lai’s consumer-first model shows how small chains can stand up to global giants.
What strategies can rescue retailers from price wars?
PwC’s Chik Aun Foo warns that competing on cost alone leaves companies in a 'bloody fight.'
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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.
