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Relaxed commercial event rules may spur pop-ups, ease retail bust
Relaxed commercial event rules may spur pop-ups, ease retail bust
Social interaction during events is the future of retail and mixed-use development.
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Canon Hong Kong zooms in on creators to drive growth
Cameras with vlogging functions are in demand, according to its CEO.
Foodpanda automates ‘dark stores’ in Singapore to speed up deliveries
Its 24/7 warehouses ensure round-the-clock fulfilment.
Singapore retailers enter Thailand, Malaysia via Shopee, Lazada
Selling on these platforms is significantly cheaper than setting up physical stores.
Rakuten uses autonomous robots to boost last-mile delivery
They can deliver at night and in bad weather thanks to LiDAR sensors.
Singaporeans push Q-commerce beyond meals
They want everything delivered quickly, from flowers to last-minute birthday presents.
China to keep ruling global e-commerce market
The country’s massive production output benefits its e-commerce platforms.
Singaporeans pampering ‘fur kids’ spur pet care market boom
They are spending on swimming lessons, pet yoga, pilates and more.
Shenzhen tourists spur Hong Kong retail demand
A more lenient entry policy is benefiting tourism-related sectors.
Thai brands turn to influencers to create buzz, boost profit
Local businesses are under pressure to compete with Temu, Shein, and TikTok Shop.
More Southeast Asian retailers eye self-checkout
Young customers and high smartphone penetration are driving the trend.
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.
Xiaohongshu, Taobao could help Singapore brands reach more Chinese clients
Retailers less familiar with the China market could start with Tmall and JD Worldwide.
Retail, consumer brands to boost AI investments by 52% in 2025
Companies plan to allocate an average of 3.32% of their revenue to AI this year.
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