APAC

How can duty-free win back shoppers?

How can duty-free win back shoppers?

Travel retail sales are 13% below pre-pandemic levels despite a surge in air passengers.

Seven in 10 say beauty choices are shaped by health concerns, GlobalData says

This comes amidst a growing awareness of the link between diet, skin health, and overall appearance.

Euromonitor International’s Quan Yao Peh shares how digital innovation, trust shape retail future

He notes that success in the retail landscape today requires a balance of regional scale, consumer trust, and future-proofing.

Spending control and rewards drive BNPL adoption in APAC

Consumers use BNPL to manage spending and protect reward access.

RSM Singapore’s David Eu sees retail future in AI-driven personalisation, authenticity

He shared his thoughts on how retail operations can become more profitable and scalable.

Smart beauty seen driving transformation in beauty sector

AI, AR and connected devices accelerate personalisation.

Fashion brands facing shift to agent-first AI commerce

Discovery moves from search engines to AI assistants.

Bluebell Group names new CEO

It also formalises the executive leadership team.

EY’s Olivier Gergele: Innovation advantage comes from scaling what resonates with consumers

He explores where the biggest value opportunities lie whilst emphasising the need to balance standardised scale with deliberate localisation across diverse markets.

How can retailers turn AI agents into real profit drivers?

These tools let retailers adjust prices and refine promotions in near real time.

Aromatherapy air fresheners see rapid growth as consumers prioritise wellness


About 79% of consumers value “natural” product attributes.

Rising stress awareness fuels growth in neurocosmetic skincare market

Products targeting stress-related inflammation, acne, and dullness are reshaping the market.

Temu partners with DEKRA to boost product safety in marketplace

DEKRA will provide independent testing for Temu’s automotive and household electronics.

Ageing population to drive APAC retail pharma market to $524.8b by 2032

This demographic shift is expecto to increase prescription volumes.

Brands ditch 20m buyers for 'Crazy Rich Asians'

About 20 million consumers exited the personal luxury goods market last year.