E-commerce

SHEIN launches resale platform

It is piloted in the US but is planned to be rolled out in other markets next year.

Love, Bonito acquires activewear brand butter

The brand will be now known as “cheak.”

France’s Lemaire launches e-commerce channel on Alibaba's platform

Its product offerings include its Fall/Winter 2022 collection.

Robotic process automation gains traction amongst retailers

Discussions amongst retailers grew 52% in 2022.

Shopee strengthens fight against counterfeit pharmaceutical products

It has partnered with the Pharmaceutical Security Institute to educate both sellers and shoppers. 

Rakuten eyes carbon neutrality by 2023

It is amongst the companies that joined the RE100 initiative.

Alternative e-commerce gains traction led by business messaging

They accounted for around 25% of online spending in Thailand and the Philippines.

E-Commerce GMV growth in Southeast Asia slows but remains ‘healthy’

Online purchase frequency dipped due to the relaxation of COVID restrictions.

E-commerce market in Japan to grow by nearly 7% in 2022

The market is expected to be valued at $194.3.

FedEx expands day-definite e-commerce shipping service to 4 APAC markets

It will now be available in Indonesia, New Zealand, the Philippines, and Vietnam.

How likely will social media users buy products recommended by influencers

Users in Indonesia, India, and the Philippines were likely influenced.

Growing shift to online to support China’s e-commerce market: report

The country is expected to continue dominating the global e-commerce sector.

Japan-based bookstore Tsutaya launches on The J Shop

The bookstore offers an experience space in its store.