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Southeast Asian retailers go live to take orders

Social media are no longer just spaces for sharing selfies; they’ve become shopping hubs.
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Southeast Asian retailers go live to take orders

Social media are no longer just spaces for sharing selfies; they’ve become shopping hubs.
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Retailers must regain trust of stingy consumers

Sellers need to adapt and engage with more customers to avert a decline in sales.

Hong Kong’s K11 MUSEA bridges art, culture, and retail

Visitors find top-tier brands and museum-grade art pieces at the cultural-retail landmark.

Toys ‘R’ Us Asia banks on ‘kidults’ to drive toy sales

Teens and adults aged 12 years and over are buying beloved toy brands from the 80s and 90s.

Aussie consumers losing trust in supermarket pricing

Shoppers are confused on pricing strategies such as frequent specials, short-term discounts, and bulk promotions.

How ‘beauty-from-within’ trend shapes consumer choices in APAC

It is driven by the increasing health consciousness amongst consumers.

MINISO opens biggest global store in Jakarta

The Chinese retailer aims to hit 1,000 stores in the next five years from about 300 now.

PUMA targets tech-savvy youngsters on TikTok

The world’s third-biggest activewear maker uses local influencers to connect with its market.

Why did Hong Kong retail sales fall after a strong rebound?

Retail sales initially surged following Hong Kong’s border reopening in January 2023.

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.

How L’Oréal uses digital technology to become a ‘beauty life companion’

It blends data, creativity, and cutting-edge technology to reshape consumer experiences.

Ayala Malls takes bold leap into high-tech redevelopment

Central to this redevelopment are experiential stores that merge shopping with the latest technological innovations.

Human interactions still crucial in today’s tech-driven retail

Lotus’s malls in Malaysia integrate sensory stimulation, ambiance, and community-centric spaces to boost experiential retail.

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf balances quality and convenience through retail products

It expanded its product range, including a variety of single-origin coffees tailored to different roast preferences.