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FairPrice Group to expand AI-powered retail innovations across stores by 2026

This includes smart carts, digital price tags, and AI staff app.
1 day ago

'Proffee' trend grows as functional beverage demand increases

Busy lifestyles are driving demand for convenient functional drinks.
1 day ago

Singapore’s Paragon Mall set for $3.9b acquisition by CapitaLand

The deal is expected to be 2.1% DPU accretive for CICT.
1 day ago

Indian consumers amongst most optimistic in Asia as 75% expect higher income

Around 73% of consumers plan to increase spending on groceries.
1 day ago

Singapore retail weakens as costs rise and demand falls in Q1

A softer economic and employment outlook continues to dampen retail demand.
1 day ago

Strong Vietnam demand boosts Jollibee’s global performance in 2025

The coffee and tea segment also delivered standout performance.
1 day ago

KK Mart eyes Bursa main market listing with proposed 840 million-share IPO

It includes 630 million existing shares and 210 million new shares.
2 days ago

Kering acquires minority stake in ICICLE owner ICCF

The deal is part of Kering’s new “House of Wonders” initiative.
2 days ago

New UNIQLO hub strengthens distribution network across the Philippines

It is the brand’s largest logistics hub in Southeast Asia.
2 days ago

Beijing retail outlook 2026 hinges on consumer confidence recovery

Retail recovery remains linked to broader economic conditions.
3 days ago

Starbucks launches ChatGPT integration to personalise drink discovery

Photos can be used to help personalise drink choices.
3 days ago

Selective retail transactions favour prime high street locations in Seoul

Tourism recovery is driving foot traffic and supporting key retail corridors.
3 days ago

Golden Goose opens largest APAC flagship in Beijing with Venetian concept

Features include co-creation area, bespoke sneakers, tailoring, and VIP lounge.
3 days ago

Russell Street retail rents diverge, leasing splits in March

New, renewed, and pre-committed leases show both rental increases and declines.
3 days ago

JD Kai Bo links loyalty and shopping to HKChat AI

Retail interaction moves into a conversational AI layer inside the shopping ecosystem.
4 days ago