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FMCG Asia Awards 2025 Winner: Jason Sng of FairPrice Group
FMCG Asia Awards 2025 Winner: Jason Sng of FairPrice Group
Jason Sng of FairPrice Xtra VivoCity shares how its partnership with LOTTE Mart has elevated the in-store experience across FairPrice Xtra outlets.
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FMCG Asia Awards 2025 Winner: Olivier Jakubowicz of Nestlé Japan Ltd.
Olivier Jakubowicz of Nestlé Japan highlights the KitKat Juken campaign, which transformed exam season into a cultural moment of hope.
Retailers rethink premium strategy as Filipino consumers grow more ‘value fluid'
Retail leaders say value-driven shoppers mix premium and budget buys, pushing brands to prove value beyond price.
Aligning channels key to capturing discerning Filipino shoppers in 2026
Price, promotion, and shelf visibility are critical levers.
Indoor gardens and rooftop sports highlight SM Supermalls’ next phase
The retail giant plans to invest ₱150b by 2030 in new malls and upgraded experiences.
Philippine retail falls behind regional peers as expansion outpaces efficiency
The country is falling behind regional competitors in operational productivity.
Only 5% of retailers get AI right amidst lack of integrated systems
The remaining 95% fail because when executives discuss AI, the answers are less clear.
Influencer-led content, short-form video drives results over traditional metrics
The shift is fuelled by algorithms prioritising watch time and engagement.
DTI pushes logistics reforms as supply chain bottlenecks risk retail operations
Supply chain weaknesses directly impact product availability and operations.
Digital access gaps reshape Philippine retail competition
This results in a fragmented digital landscape where consumers interact with brands in very different ways.
Lazada urges fashion retailers to prioritise seller intelligence over scale
Personalised feeds improve basket size and repeat purchases.
Hyper-connected Filipinos drive omnichannel shift and personalised experiences
Gatherings and community influence buying behavior.
Philippine digital commerce expands via social discovery and hyperlocal strategies
Still, physical stores remain important.
Why customer focus alone is insufficient for retail survival
Executives must think about employees just as much as customers.
Euromonitor International’s Quan Yao Peh shares how digital innovation, trust shape retail future
He notes that success in the retail landscape today requires a balance of regional scale, consumer trust, and future-proofing.
FMCG Asia Awards 2025 Winner: Faith Chua and MJ Park of Diageo Korea
Faith Chua, Senior Brand Manager of Malts at Diageo Korea, shares how cultural relevance shapes luxury spirits in Korea.
RSM Singapore’s David Eu sees retail future in AI-driven personalisation, authenticity
He shared his thoughts on how retail operations can become more profitable and scalable.
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