APAC
Alibaba is APAC’s top e-commerce player
The top three leading e-commerce firms in the region were from China.
Here are the top 10 fastest-growing APAC retailers
Indonesia’s GoTo Gojek Tokopedia PT and Singapore’s Sea Ltd. are taking the lead.
L’Oréal completes Aesop acquisition
It entered a deal with Natura &Co to purchase Aesop.
How appliance retailers boost e-commerce sales through DTC channel
They need to understand customer needs and overcome technical challenges.
UNIQLO names COO to lead global expansion
Board Director Daisuke Tsukagoshi’s appointment will take effect on 1 September.
Roark Capital acquires Subway
Subway accounts for 14% of the global sales in the bakery products limited-service restaurants sector.
Coty renews license partnership deal with adidas
Adidas could leverage the growing well-being and athleisure trend.
Daraz launches AI ChatBot AskDaraz
This will improve customer experience as it offers personalised recommendations.
Watsons partners with 4 brands for sustainability push
The brand collaborated with Kenvue, L’Oréal, and P&G.
Nearly 90% of consumers from emerging Asian markets want more sustainable lifestyle
Consumers from emerging markets are the most willing to learn more about sustainability.
How APAC’s foodservice sector drives towards sustainability
They turn to local sourcing and minimising food waste, amongst others.
Nominations are now ongoing for FMCG Asia Awards 2023
Winners will be honoured at an awards dinner on 23 November 2023 in Singapore.
In a Barbie World: Barbie movie could boost doll sales
The industry is expected to grow 16% in 2026 from 2022 levels.
How GenAI supports retailers communication channels
GenAI can help retailers provide a personalised customer experience.
How childless households will impact milk formula and toys market sales
The milk formula market is seen to drop due to low number of children.
Retail, banking leaders in APAC give premium to customers’ needs
Seamless Asia was staged in Singapore and drew over 3,000 banking, e-commerce, payments, and retail players for focus discussions and networking.
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