APAC
Beauty brands shift as AI reshapes product searches: Euromonitor
Beauty brands shift as AI reshapes product searches: Euromonitor
AI platforms generated nearly half of global beauty product searches in 2026.
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AI transforms loyalty programmes, links discovery to purchase, report says
AI will influence $780b in global retail e-commerce sales by 2029.
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APAC beverage brands pivot to holistic everyday wellness: report
46% of Indian consumers describe themselves as having an active lifestyle.
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Gen X leads global spend with $15t in 2025, NIQ says
They are projected to maintain their lead through 2033.
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Shoppers welcome AI assistance but resist automated buying
Only 33% are open to autonomous purchasing.
The trust gap that will decide agentic commerce in Asian retail
Trust begins with knowing the customer as one person with a history, not a set of records scattered across the business.
lululemon overhauls China and APAC leadership structure
San Yan Ng takes a broader regional role as Jeffrey Hang joins to lead APAC.
Sportswear brands turn to supply chains to protect margins
Outdoor activities and women’s sports are set to support regional demand.
APAC beauty brands shift towards skin longevity
About 72% of Thai Gen Z prioritise proactive skin health.
Strong IP, plush demand fuel Pop Mart H1 growth
Greater China remained the top market, growing 47.3% YoY.
To grow customer engagement across APAC with AI, brands must earn trust first
Brands continue to grapple with scaling engagement whilst maintaining customer trust.
How can retailers keep up with consumers who want it now?
Quick commerce could push stores toward fulfilment and service roles.
Interstore bridges the gap between retail vision and flawless execution
Strategy, design, and implementation sit under one roof to turn physical stores into stronger revenue drivers.
Diebold Nixdorf redefines the role of AI in modern retail
Faced with labour shortages and rising customer expectations, retailers are turning to AI as a strategy for growth.
Winning Gen Alpha takes more than AI
Parents remain the gatekeepers of children’s spending and personal data.
China’s $425b protein market leads global growth
Developed APAC markets are shifting toward convenient protein formats, especially RTDs.
Levi’s uses Asia to refine its premium lifestyle strategy
Fast-moving consumer trends are helping shape the brand's global strategy.
Commentary
The trust gap that will decide agentic commerce in Asian retail
To grow customer engagement across APAC with AI, brands must earn trust first
The future of cross-border commerce isn’t faster shipping – it’s better discovery