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Thai brands turn to influencers to create buzz, boost profit

Thai brands turn to influencers to create buzz, boost profit

Local businesses are under pressure to compete with Temu, Shein, and TikTok Shop.
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More Southeast Asian retailers eye self-checkout

Young customers and high smartphone penetration are driving the trend.

‘K-beauty’ takes over skincare world

Products with natural Korean ingredients are in high demand in China and the US.

KCG eyes expansion beyond Java

The fashion retailer seeks to expand in Sumatra and Borneo.

H&M hires local influencers to boost marketing in Asia

The Swedish retailer is harnessing K-pop, whose influence on global fashion is undeniable.

Singapore’s in-store cafés may soon reach their limit

If every retailer has its own café, it becomes just part of the crowd.

Japan’s beauty industry fights online fakes with blockchain

Smart packaging helps ensure that consumers are buying the real thing.

Blind boxes spur collectible toy growth in Asia-Pacific market

Consumers keep buying more until they get their desired product. 

Indonesia’s Kawan Lama blurs line between online and offline shopping

The group's e-commerce platform, Ruparupa.com has recorded an eightfold increase in visitors who end up buying stuff.

Retailers need more than personalised service to make the cut

Consumers are becoming less tolerant of generic and inauthentic customised experience.

Philippine malls lure shoppers with complete holiday experience

Customers are expected to visit after office hours and stay late into the evenings.

Urban Revivo opens biggest branch in Bangkok

The Chinese fast fashion retailer’s 3,000-square meter store targets consumers aged 18 to 35.

Samsonite harnesses data to boost sales

The US luggage maker is boosting its online channel to drive revenue across Southeast Asia.

Hyper-personalised shopping rules in Southeast Asia

Data and analytics allow brands to optimise customer experience both online and in-store.

SSI Group boosts investment in unified retail

The company, which sells brands like Hermes and Cartier, is refining its omnichannel space.

Asia-Pacific retailers tap subscribers to drive growth

Subscription services are a constant source of revenue during a downturn.

Chinese fine dining finds its next course in Singapore

The city-state’s high spending power and big Chinese commune make it an ideal entry point.