Southeast Asia

Lazada invests over $25m for bigger 11.11 sale

Lazada invests over $25m for bigger 11.11 sale

The company is rolling out enhanced artificial intelligence capabilities and affiliate solutions.
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Shopee and Meta partner to streamline social commerce in SEA

New tools include affiliate marketing features and Collaborative Ads for Facebook Live.

Oh!Some bets on experience-led retail to engage shoppers

Interactive store layouts, tie-ups, and live events seek to encourage repeat visits.

Watsons rolls out JCprogram across Asia

The global aesthetic beauty sector is expected to grow to USD35b by 2033.

Authenticity, local payments drive online consumer trust in SEA

Competitive digital landscape, authenticity and seamless payments are becoming non-negotiable for brands.

How can Southeast Asia redefine its role in global supply chains?

China is moving upstream into high-value R&D and components—opening the door for Southeast Asia.

Virtual influencers cut costs, boost retail sales in SEA

Social commerce and AI chatbots also enhance online experiences.

ANTA eyes 1,000 stores in Southeast Asia as sales surge

Sales nearly doubled in the first half of 2025.

Garnier targets esports to expand men’s skincare footprint in Asia

Gen Zers and Millennials are embracing self-care routines once seen as feminine.

Zalora names new CEO

Felipe Garcia Alvarez will take on the role in early September.

Pop Mart expands reach in SEA via Lazada tie-up

It is tapping into the region’s fast-growing blind box and collectibles trend.

Social media creators sway health buys across Southeast Asia

More than half of consumers find health products on social media.

YouTube doubles down on video commerce in Southeast Asia

It now has 7,600 creators with over 1 million subscribers.

SEA e-commerce market to reach $140b by 2030

Sales in the region have surged 46 times since 2012.

Southeast Asian sellers face AI adoption gap

Cost and implementation complexity remain key hurdles.