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Retail Asia Summit Philippines 2026 to highlight AI, hyper-local strategies, and digital transformation
Retail Asia Summit Philippines 2026 to highlight AI, hyper-local strategies, and digital transformation
Top executives from SM Supermalls, National Book Store, ACE Hardware, and more will share insights on AI operations and localised marketing.
AI enters the Philippine neighbourhood store
Widespread use could generate up to $48b in economic value by 2030.
H&M bets on Philippines as $15.8b 'fashion hungry' outlier
President Saed El-Achkar cites a globally rare demographic average age of 27.
OH!SOME opens first Philippines store
Its Makati City outlet offers IP products, accessories, amongst others.
TikTok Shop boosts Filipino MSME sales over 200% in 2025
Over 25,000 Filipino entrepreneurs trained in TikTok Shop tools
Philippines' sari-sari stores lead FMCG channels in Q3: report
Spending on the goods reached a short-term high in Q3, Worldpanel said.
BAKEN brings home the bacon at FMCG Asia Awards 2025
The Filipino snack brand transformed bacon into both a culinary canvas and a consumer favourite.
CDO Foodsphere’s Highlands and San Marino earn awards at FMCG Asia Awards 2025
The brands achieved top recognition for campaigns that strengthened leadership in premium canned goods.
Mega Prime Foods Inc. wins at FMCG Asia Awards 2025 for Mega Sardines
It earned two major distinctions for Mega Sardines, which delivered record reach, growth, and recognition.
Century Pacific Food Inc. recognised at FMCG Asia Awards 2025
The company demonstrated its leadership through Coco Mama Fresh Gata and the Save Our Coconuts sustainability programme.
PACIFIC SYNERGY FOOD AND BEVERAGE CORP. wins at the FMCG Asia Awards 2025
The company earned major two titles for its sustainable practices and the success of its proudly homegrown Sip beverage lines.
Metro Retail Stores opens new premium lifestyle store in Cebu, PH
It offers essentials, artisan goods, organic products, and international specialities.
Alfamart Philippines launches franchising program for MSMEs
It had 2,337 stores nationwide by September 2025.
Spinneys, Ayala form JV to open supermarket chain in the Philippines
Ayala will hold a 60% stake in the venture.
SM Group expands beauty and wellness network with over 1,000 brands
It features global premium labels such as YSL and Lancôme.
Mega Prime targets full coverage of 1.6 million corner stores
It is also boosting online sales via Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop.
SM Investments expands entertainment to attract younger consumers
It is transforming malls into experience hubs.
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