Southeast Asia

OWNDAYS revamps brand identity

It will be implemented globally across both physical and digital platforms.

OWNDAYS revamps brand identity

It will be implemented globally across both physical and digital platforms.

3 pillars reshaping the future of retail in Southeast Asia

Retailers are urged to prioritise digitalisation, experiential initiatives, and sustainability to remain competitive.

What’s next for Levi’s in Southeast Asia?

Explore how the brand is tapping into the diverse and growing consumer base in the region.

Watsons invests $250M for 6,000 new and upgraded stores in Asia

75% of the stores in the region will offer customers upgraded experiences.

ZALORA launches AI-powered customer service chatbot in Southeast Asia

The chatbot can access personalised information on orders, deliveries, and returns.

ZALORA eyes growth via platform services in Southeast Asia

Its B2B platform services and e-commerce solutions accounted for 9% of its revenue last year.

Garderob raises $350K to expand fashion marketplace in Central Asia

It will be used to optimise platform performance and expand customer base in the region.

Why BNPL is booming in Southeast Asia

BNPL providers in the region now focus on strategic partnerships, business model innovation, and ecosystem development.

Half of Asian consumers prioritise inner beauty in F&B choices

43% of Asian consumers are highly inclined to buy products endorsed by social media influencers.

Carlsberg Asia and Grab partner to elevate beer consumption experience

The strategic partnership will initiate awareness and promotional campaigns in Cambodia, Malaysia, Myanmar, and Singapore.

Sephora taps Xia Ding as managing director of Greater China

She will report directly to Alia Gogi, the president of Sephora Asia.

Southeast Asia's coffee and tea shop sales surge to $4.4b

Singapore was seen by some coffee chains as a strategic hub for their international ventures in the coffee industry.

Love, Bonito unveils new branding, assortment strategy

A campaign featuring well-known Asian female personalities has also been launched.

SEA retail sales during Ramadan to see nearly 50% growth

Malaysia saw the highest average increase in sales with 40%, whilst Singapore gained 30% in 2023.

Rise of minimarts compels large-format stores to rethink growth strategy

Their focus should shift towards customer density instead of store scale.

ASEAN consumer activity to moderate in 2024: report

The region, however, will remain the fastest-expanding market globally.