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Retailers rethink premium strategy as Filipino consumers grow more ‘value fluid'
Retailers rethink premium strategy as Filipino consumers grow more ‘value fluid'
Retail leaders say value-driven shoppers mix premium and budget buys, pushing brands to prove value beyond price.
4 days ago
Aligning channels key to capturing discerning Filipino shoppers in 2026
Price, promotion, and shelf visibility are critical levers.
4 days ago
Indoor gardens and rooftop sports highlight SM Supermalls’ next phase
The retail giant plans to invest ₱150b by 2030 in new malls and upgraded experiences.
4 days ago
Philippine retail falls behind regional peers as expansion outpaces efficiency
The country is falling behind regional competitors in operational productivity.
4 days ago
Influencer-led content, short-form video drives results over traditional metrics
The shift is fuelled by algorithms prioritising watch time and engagement.
4 days ago
DTI pushes logistics reforms as supply chain bottlenecks risk retail operations
Supply chain weaknesses directly impact product availability and operations.
4 days ago
Digital access gaps reshape Philippine retail competition
This results in a fragmented digital landscape where consumers interact with brands in very different ways.
5 days ago
Lazada urges fashion retailers to prioritise seller intelligence over scale
Personalised feeds improve basket size and repeat purchases.
5 days ago
Hyper-connected Filipinos drive omnichannel shift and personalised experiences
Gatherings and community influence buying behavior.
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Philippine digital commerce expands via social discovery and hyperlocal strategies
Still, physical stores remain important.
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Why customer focus alone is insufficient for retail survival
Executives must think about employees just as much as customers.
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SM Supermalls pivots to experience-led retail with $2.6b national rollout
The group plans to open one flagship mall each year.
Thailand’s Konvy Beauty opens first Philippine flagship store
Offers hundreds of brands, including Thai, K-beauty, and local products.
Marks & Spencer exits Philippine market after nearly 40 years
The closure reflects changing consumer trends.
Jollibee launches Compose Coffee in the Philippines
The Philippine launch is another step in a broader regional takeover in Southeast Asia.
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.
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Retail leaders say value-driven shoppers mix premium and budget buys, pushing brands to prove value beyond price.
