APAC
5 major shifts in consumer behaviour to expect in 2025
5 major shifts in consumer behaviour to expect in 2025
Quality, functionality, convenience, and price drive purchase decisions across all trends.
Fashion industry faces uncertainty in 2025
This is amidst economic challenges, shifting consumer preferences, and global trade disruptions.
Nestlé and Formula 1 announce multi-year partnership
It will bring KitKat branding and fan activations to select Grand Prix events.
How retailers are adapting to changing digital consumer expectations
They now seek highly personalised, seamless online experiences.
4 key factors driving innovation in the spirits industry
Millennials and Gen Z are increasingly driving spirits sales.
4 key trends that will shape food and drink industry by 2025
It will be defined by nutrition, mental health, supply chain adaptation, and tech integration.
Hermès revamps Takashimaya flagship store in Singapore
This marks a refreshed chapter since its original opening in 1993.
Post-COVID e-shoppers are more demanding
They want more variety, better prices, fast delivery, discounts, and excellent service.
Estée Lauder appoints Stéphane de La Faverie as new CEO
He will succeed Fabrizio Freda.
Domino’s Pizza CEO Don Meij to retire after 40 years with the company
Mark van Dyck has been appointed to succeed him, effective 6 November.
Baby boomers drive growth in healthy ageing skincare market
Interest is also growing in products that support both skin and mental health.
Asia Pacific’s retail sales to grow 24% by 2028
The Shopper Reinvented megatrend will increase at a CAGR of 11%.
Nestlé expands Nescafé Fusion System to meet demand for customisable coffee
It was Initially launched in 15 markets across Asia, Europe, and Latin America.
APAC consumers shift to eco-friendly laundry detergents
80% of APAC consumers value sustainable features.
Over four in 10 consumers enjoy trying new tastes: report
Spicy flavours grew substantially, making up nearly a fifth of NPLs.
M&M’s and Kate Spade launch candy-themed collection
The collection will be available on 1 November.
Retailers must regain trust of stingy consumers
Sellers need to adapt and engage with more customers to avert a decline in sales.
Commentary
This 11.11, the real battle lies in shopper confidence – not the biggest discount