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Ferrero earned three prestigious accolades at the FMCG Asia Awards 2025
Ferrero earned three prestigious accolades at the FMCG Asia Awards 2025
The trio earned recognition for their impactful regional campaigns that celebrated cultural traditions, creativity, and consumer connection.
2 days ago
Suntory Global Spirits - Jim Beam and Roku Gin triumph at FMCG Asia Awards 2025
The brands’ innovative & consumer-centric activations captured new discerning consumers through immersive, lifestyle-driven experiences.
2 days ago
Outstanding consumer brands honoured at FMCG Asia Awards 2025
The awards celebrated industry leaders redefining consumer excellence across the region.
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APAC leads global retail growth with 5% real spending rise
APAC is the most balanced omnichannel region globally, with store-based retail sales projected to grow 20.4%.
Ant International launches world’s first iris authentication feature in smart-glasses payment solution
Alipay+ GlassPay, Ant International’s smart glasses-embedded payment solution, will add iris authentication to its security verification capabilities, alongside voiceprint authentication
This 11.11, the real battle lies in shopper confidence – not the biggest discount
For brands and marketers, this generation is the new battleground for earning checkout confidence.
KK Group accelerates expansion with Philippine launch of three core brands
This is in partnership with SM Supermalls.
Can cross-border e-commerce push China’s exports past $4t?
The digital economy is forecasted to reach $139.5b by the same year.
TikTok reaches 460 million monthly users in Southeast Asia
Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand drive platform’s expansion
Be recognised for your retail excellence at Retail Asia Awards 2026
Showcase your success and stand alongside the region’s leading retailers.
Kering and L’Oréal announce $4.6b partnership in luxury beauty and wellness
It is expected to close in the first half of 2026.
MUJI to open flagship stores in Thailand, Vietnam, and France
It will open its largest Southeast Asian store in Bangkok.
Ingka Investments acquires U.S. logistics tech firm Locus
It provides AI-driven route optimisation and real-time tracking.
Success centres on resilient, sustainable value chains and compliance – EY’s Olivier Gergele
He stressed that companies can stay ahead by driving personalisation, seamless experiences, and embedding sustainability at the core of their operations.
FMCG brands must focus on ‘digital, trust, and community’ to win over Asia’s consumers – KPMG China’s Anson Bailey
He stresses that building loyalty goes beyond products and involves creating a genuine community around the brand.
Industry leaders urge hyperlocalisation through deep market research
Retailers must know their clients "like a best friend."
Here’s how this Henan retailer rivals Sam’s Club at its own game
Pang Dong Lai’s consumer-first model shows how small chains can stand up to global giants.
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This 11.11, the real battle lies in shopper confidence – not the biggest discount