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How can TikTok compete in the e-commerce market?

How can TikTok compete in the e-commerce market?

Gaining the trust of regulators and ensuring data safety will be vital for TikTok.

VTEX and Motorola India join forces to transform e-commerce experiences

From enhanced browsing experiences to secure payment options and efficient deliveries, Motorola and VTEX’s collaboration is unlocking a new era of convenience and satisfaction.

A new reality bites as retail grapples with consumer recessionary mindset

CEOs globally have been forced to adapt to a new reality of constant disruption and uncertainty. Just as economies saw growth surges when emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic, many were plunged back into a state of slower growth, driven by geopolitical tensions, inflation and higher interest rates. In Asia-Pacific, there is consensus among CEOs that a downturn is near, if not already in effect. According to the EY CEO Outlook Pulse, 99% of CEOs are actively planning for a downturn scenario, with a majority (72%) preparing for a severe downturn in the region.  

How Shopee prevents IP infringements, counterfeits

It blocked the sale of over 33 million suspected IP infringement listings.

Around 9 in 10 APAC marketers obtains zero-party data

The majority of marketers also use first-party data to expand their customer base.

Beauty firm Estée Lauder unveils Responsible Store Design Programme

Its Nanjing Deji Plaza store is one of its spaces that met the programme’s framework.

Experientality, travel retail regain traction

Watches and jewellery were the top-performing luxury categories globally.

Asia’s luxury market undergoes reshuffling: report

Japan is expected to be the “rising star” in the region’s luxury market.

Tourism and hospitality to fuel growth in APAC merchandising carts market

India, China, Japan are driving consumer demand for merchandising carts.

Beauty and personal products may grow by US$39.3b by 2027

Euromonitor International identified four Asian beauty trends.

Health and beauty industry in APAC to grow 4.7% annually

This is largely driven by improving macroeconomic conditions amongst others. 

LVMH partners with Fortnite creator for an immersive experience

It will allow LVMH and its Maisons to offer virtual fitting rooms and augmented reality.

Watsons introduces new kind of ‘beautiful’

It has also launched innovative solutions and community-driven campaigns to drive brand value.

Swarovski wins three major awards at the Retail Asia Awards 2023

It showcased the brand's commitment to creating an elevated, exclusive, and tailored omnichannel experience for its customers.

LUXASIA wins three major awards at the Retail Asia Awards 2023

The leading luxury omni-distribution platform was recognised for achieving remarkable milestones in multiple countries across Southeast Asia.

Exceptional retailers, retail initiatives lauded at Retail Asia Awards 2023

Winners were recognised at the awards dinner held last 15 June 2023.