APAC

What’s next in the cola wars?

The focus is now on e-commerce as a key growth channel.

Nike appoints Elliott Hill as new CEO

Hill replaces John Donahoe, who will step down as CEO on 13 October.

Fusion cuisine gains popularity amongst Asian consumers

Social media influences consumer choices by raising awareness of diverse cuisines.

L'Occitane CEO Laurent Marteau steps down

He will shift his focus on personal and other business interests.

EssilorLuxottica and Meta extend partnership for next-gen smart glasses

They will build on the success of their Ray-Ban branded smart glasses.

L’Oréal enters tri-party agreement to advance sustainable beauty ingredients

The partnership will support the large-scale production of bio-based ingredients.

UNIQLO announces major expansion in Asia, Europe, and US

The company is preparing to open its largest store in South Korea.

Why beverage brands must embrace strategic partnerships

About 65% of global consumers prioritise well-known brands when making purchasing decisions.

Meta is investing big in business messaging

Companies can boost sales by reaching more customers on Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp.

How can companies identify untapped market opportunities?

A key strategy is to understand consumer habits and opinions.

Why many companies struggle to communicate sustainability efforts effectively

Transparent communication is deemed crucial to prevent greenwashing. 

Why social media is the new marketing frontier

The overall time spent on social media in the region increased by 66.13% to 82.9% over the past year.

IKEA joins Partnership on AI to promote ethical AI development

The company recently launched an AI and Data Literacy initiative to educate its workforce.

How can real estate owners capitalise on experiential retail?

Experiential retailers require high-traffic locations due to their high capital demands.

Sustainability takes a hit as CEOs prioritise AI and inflation

About 30% of companies are struggling to meet their existing sustainability commitments.

Three key trends driving Asia-Pacific e-commerce

Asia-Pacific consumers are leading the charge in social media shopping.