Malaysia
Experiential concepts gain traction in Greater Kuala Lumpur retail scene
Experiential concepts gain traction in Greater Kuala Lumpur retail scene
International retailers continued to enter the market.
1 day ago
PGMall’s 'ConsuMerchant' model lets shoppers earn up to 3.5% cashback
The platform’s brand onboarding grew nearly fivefold last year.
2 days ago
Retailers told to challenge market norms with ‘intelligent naivety’
Flying Fish Lab’s Mario Braz de Matos urges firms to play to their strengths
2 days ago
Fragmented data infrastructure slowing down AI deployment in Malaysia's retail sector
Most retailers are still in the experimentation stage rather than full transformation.
2 days ago
Malaysian retailers told to adopt multi-layer strategy as marketplace reliance grows
Marketplaces remain a critical entry point for consumer discovery and acquisition across Southeast Asia
3 days ago
Retailers with fragmented data face algorithmic invisibility
Brands without machine-readable product data may vanish from results entirely.
3 days ago
Malaysia retail sentiment mixed as fading Raya and Middle East impact weigh
Past subsidy rationalisations temporarily slowed spending.
MINISO turns fandom into repeat revenue driver with Malaysian flagship
It is counting on character-based items and collector behaviour to drive visits.
First MINISO LAND in Malaysia brings over 100 IPs
The store features 15 interactive zones.
Village Grocer's new 'exploratorium' concept store offers local, imported produce
Damansara outlet launched on 7 February.
Retail Asia Summit 2026 in Malaysia explores AI, ESG, and growth strategies
The summit will also address workforce transformation and leadership in retail.
Toys “R” Us Asia opens IP flagship store in Malaysia
It will retail products from TOMICA, Pokémon, and Gundam from Japan.
Convenience stores fuel Malaysia’s confectionery boom
Shoppers make impulse buys and queue for limited items.
Mars Wrigley honoured at FMCG Asia Awards 2025 for driving youth connection through Snickers
It achieved exceptional consumer reach through innovative fan engagement anchored in Malaysian K-pop fandom culture.
ShopeePay launches personal accident insurance in new partnership
Users can confirm their eligibility through the ShopeePay and Shopee apps.
Lotteria to open first Malaysia outlet this year
It plans to open 30 Lotteria stores in the country within five years.
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