APAC

Asia watch claims jump 21% as theft rises

The global average increase was lower at 17% over the past three years.
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Shopping perks boost spending amongst first-time buyers, report says

Shoppers using rewards are 18% more likely to buy again.
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Health-conscious trends seen driving Asia-Pacific bakery growth through 2030

Impulse formats in packaged bakery are forecast to grow faster than routine bakery.

How EV buyers in Asia are rewriting consumer trust and retail competition

For retail and consumer industries, the shifts are a glimpse into how consumers are redefining major purchases.

Celebrating Asia’s leading FMCG brands at the premier FMCG Asia Awards 2026

Step into the spotlight at the FMCG Asia Awards 2026 and showcase your innovation, leadership, and excellence.

L’Oréal boosts India push with Innovist acquisition

Founders will remain involved as minority shareholders and continue operations.

If the AI agent doesn't know your brand, neither does your next customer

The future of visibility in Southeast Asia will be defined by trust – earned not just from consumers, but from the AI recommending the brands. 

How can luxury brands compete as AI bots rise?

AI agents could influence up to $5t in consumer goods sales by 2030.

Beauty brands rethink sales as TikTok, Douyin power livestream shopping

Douyin overtook Tmall in China beauty e-commerce sales in 2025.

Personal accessories market rebounds as jewellery, watches drive growth

Asia Pacific remains the strongest regional growth engine.

Retail enters ‘control economy' as growth concentrates in digital channels

Competition is shifting from expansion to control over pricing, visibility, and consumer choices.

Which growth is worth paying for? SEA retail leaders rethink the true cost of platform-dependent growth

As platform costs rise and customer data becomes harder to own, retailers are questioning which channels create real long-term value.

DFI Retail Group Own Brand wins at Retail Asia Awards 2026

The recognitions demonstrate strong execution in brand transformation and product innovation.

AS Watson and Watsons Malaysia Win Three Retail Asia Awards 2026, Showcasing AI-Powered O+O Retail Transformation

The company was recognised for its leadership in AI-powered, customer-centric O+O retail.

DKSH Management Pte Ltd wins at Retail Asia Awards 2026

The company achieved significant growth in Malaysia and Singapore through gamified consumer engagement and the establishment of a fully in-house B2C ecosystem.

LUXASIA earns three wins for Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia at the Retail Asia Awards 2026

The company accelerates growth in Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia, cementing its APAC luxury beauty retail leadership.