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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.
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