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Gen Z consumers want ‘genuine connection’ when engaging with brands
Gen Z consumers want ‘genuine connection’ when engaging with brands
Around 3 in 5 trust independent consumer reviews.
Consumers demand diversity, inclusivity: report
They are buying from brands that support their values.
Brown-Forman takes home win at FMCG Asia Awards 2022
It has popularised the Jack & Coke mixed drink in partnership with Coca-Cola Philippines.
Consumers give more weight to emotional benefits in purchases: report
Businesses should provide alternative payment methods to capture these consumers.
Here’s why 57% of consumers deleted apps in 2022
Consumers are done with mindlessly browsing for hours.
Nearly 60% prefer humans over robots for customer service
Only 19% were comfortable talking to an automated bot.
Weekly News Wrap: Asian retailers ready for China rebound; South Koreans lead as world’s biggest luxury spenders
And Uniqlo owner gives Japan business a jolt with a 40% wage hike.
Around 2 in 5 consumers expect in-person everyday activities: report
Brands should improve their operations to attract these customers.
Three in four shoppers tighten budgets amidst higher prices
Consumers will likely switch to e-commerce for better and cheaper deals.
Over 40% of consumers are not willing to pay extra for green products
This challenges retailers to close the prices of sustainable products to conventional brands.
In-game sales could climb by 23% in 2024: report
This comes as more consumers play immersive video games online.
Fraud Detection, Prevention Must Look Beyond Technology
Risk prevention executives cite a combination of strategy, cooperation, data, good customer service.
LVMH appoints new Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior Couture CEOs
Their appointment will be effective on 1 February.
Brown - Forman Japan leads female engagement with digital promotion
It promoted the brand through a collaboration with three of Japan’s most famous female bartenders.
BNPL regulations toughen debt prevention and financial literacy in APAC
The Philippines, Vietnam, and Indonesia are more vulnerable to the risks of credit products, Euromonitor International reported.
Weekly News Wrap: As travel resumes, China’s luxury shoppers stay local; Challenging outlook for Hong Kong’s retail sector
And Apple begins hiring retail store staff in India.
Partnering up for a recession-proof 2023 - a retailer’s guide
In 2021, retailers looked forward to 2022 as the light at the end of the COVID-19 tunnel. Now in 2023 you’re more likely to be greeting the new year with some uncertainty, resignation or even dread.
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