E-commerce
Balenciaga launches flagship store on JD.com
Balenciaga launches flagship store on JD.com
Balenciaga joins other Kering brands like Gucci and Saint Laurent on JD.com.
South Korea e-commerce market to reach $170.1b by 2028
This is attributed to high-speed internet, secure payments, and growing consumer trust in online shopping.
JD.com invests $141m to establish JD Fashion platform
It will allow thousands of brands to launch new fashion products at the same time on JD’s marketplace.
India’s e-commerce market set for 23.8% growth in 2024
The growth is attributed to increased internet access and a shift towards online shopping.
42% of e-commerce purchases in Hong Kong made via alternative payments
The e-commerce market in the region grew by 10.5% last year.
How convenience powers East Asia's e-commerce growth
China, Japan, and South Korea accounted for 87% of Asia Pacific’s e-commerce sales in 2023.
AI enhances shopping experience in China’s e-commerce
Investments in AI have pushed the industry’s value beyond $68.85b.
Sephora cuts 10% of staff in China
Over 4,000 employees in China are impacted.
Alibaba to adjust e-commerce strategy to enhance merchant terms
Alibaba will refine its China e-commerce strategy by improving merchant terms and introducing new technology service charges to boost monetisation...
Why creator economy is crucial for today’s digital marketing
Influencer marketing is generating the most revenue.
How retailers can successfully engage the growing Gen Z market
Globally, Gen Zs are expected to have a total consumer spending of $12t by 2030.
Q-commerce set to disrupt Indian food delivery market
Q-commerce's promise of hyperlocal, speedy service is becoming a game-changer in the industry.
Asia-Pacific's retail sector continues its post-pandemic recovery
The rise of e-commerce helped Asia-Pacific retail rebound.
E-tailers hard-pressed to personalise
Data can help them adjust as experiential shoppers are lured back to physical stores.
Toxic substances found in products sold on major Chinese online platforms
This includes hats and sandals sold on AliExpress, Temu, and Shein.
CJ products return to Coupang after 20-month hiatus
CJ CheilJedang halted sales of its products to Coupang in December 2022.
Rakuten rebrands online grocery service as ‘Rakuten Mart’
The existing Rakuten Seiyu Netsuper website and app will remain in use, with operations extending from several regional warehouses.