Vietnam

Retailers shift to standalone stores as Vietnam CBD space tightens

Malls are adding entertainment and multi-brand concepts.

Retailers urged to act on sustainability as 70% Vietnamese shoppers ready

Incentives and convenience can drive adoption of eco-friendly habits.

Vietnam shifts spending priorities as consumers favor quality and sustainability

Younger urban consumers are leading the shift toward premium, ethical products.

Canifa’s 15-year tech journey drives AI and automation across operations

From early IT systems to AI tools, Canifa enhances sales, inventory, and customer service.

Scaling pharmacy networks exposes gaps in medicine supply and distribution

AI tools help forecast demand and maintain stock levels across pharmacies.

Vietnam retailers see margins squeezed as expansion masks loss-making units

Fragmented data and systems prevent leaders from seeing the full financial picture.

Vietnam retail shifts to AI-driven decision ecosystems

AI tools are also reshaping how shoppers choose products across retail channels.

Vietnam retailers target personalisation as Gen Z turns to online discovery

Panelists during Retail Asia Summit discussion highlight digital engagement, personalization, and experience as key to capturing demographic.

Vietnam e-commerce under pressure as discount-led growth loses momentum

Fragmented systems also continue to disrupt customer experience.

Vietnam consumers hold back spending despite 8% GDP growth

Rising living costs and global uncertainties are influencing how they spend.

Centralised supply chains reduce Vietnam retail stock-outs

Consolidated logistics, regular deliveries, and supplier alignment are critical to meeting customer demand.

Central Retail Vietnam revamps supply chain to cut empty shelves

Products must reach shelves consistently, on time, and at the right quality. 

Vietnam expansion supports Central Retail growth in 2025

The company recorded core profit for 2025 of $231.2m.

Retail Asia Summit – Vietnam 2026 to spotlight tech-driven retail transformation

Industry leaders will discuss consumer behavior insights and omnichannel growth.