APAC

L’Oréal completes acquisition of Kering Beauté

L’Oréal completes acquisition of Kering Beauté

It also signed 50-year licenses for Bottega Veneta and Balenciaga.
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The future of agentic commerce in APAC: Why identity will anchor hybrid experiences

When identity is embedded seamlessly, security becomes almost invisible to the customer. 
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Building resilient supply chains in APAC: AI, trade-offs, and what comes next

Gain insights into how leaders are navigating volatility through smarter decisions, trade-offs, and AI-driven tools.
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Global dairy alternatives market to nearly double by 2036

Rising lactose intolerance drives demand for plant-based alternatives.
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Luxury brands turn to AI to boost sales and customer engagement

They target the ultra-wealthy and aspirational middle-class consumers.

Travel rebound propels luggage market to $183b

Asia-Pacific dominated the market in 2025.

Premium fashion, seasonal collections boost designer apparel sales

E-commerce platforms are also further boosting accessibility.

Social media and AI drive snack e-commerce growth to $57b

Platforms like TikTok/Douyin drive discovery and sales growth.

Rising costs and low consumer confidence damp fashion growth outlook for 2026

Emerging markets are offering growth opportunities, whilst mature markets expand slowly.

Power the AI-first retail revolution with Lenovo's Solutions & Services Group

Lenovo's Solutions & Services Group (SSG) delivers AI-driven retail and manufacturing solutions which enhance efficiency, reduce shrinkage, and generate proven returns.

Global luxury market stabilises as industry enters ‘normalisation’

The US, Europe, and China remain key to stabilising global luxury.

Merchandisers turn to trendspotting as AI runs numbers

Humans now set rules and guide AI to protect brand value and pricing.

Only 5% of retailers get AI right amidst lack of integrated systems

The remaining 95% fail because when executives discuss AI, the answers are less clear.

Fragrance brands turn to AI to meet consumer demands

This allows companies to tailor their product strategies effectively.