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China retail shifts to omnichannel as store expansion moderates in lower-tier cities
China retail shifts to omnichannel as store expansion moderates in lower-tier cities
Leasing sentiment is improving in tier I cities.
11 hours ago
Beijing retail outlook 2026 hinges on consumer confidence recovery
Retail recovery remains linked to broader economic conditions.
1 day ago
Starbucks launches ChatGPT integration to personalise drink discovery
Photos can be used to help personalise drink choices.
1 day ago
Selective retail transactions favour prime high street locations in Seoul
Tourism recovery is driving foot traffic and supporting key retail corridors.
1 day ago
Golden Goose opens largest APAC flagship in Beijing with Venetian concept
Features include co-creation area, bespoke sneakers, tailoring, and VIP lounge.
1 day ago
Russell Street retail rents diverge, leasing splits in March
New, renewed, and pre-committed leases show both rental increases and declines.
1 day ago
JD Kai Bo links loyalty and shopping to HKChat AI
Retail interaction moves into a conversational AI layer inside the shopping ecosystem.
1 day ago
Online shopping boom drives Malaysia e-commerce growth momentum
Major sales events boost online transactions.
1 day ago
Ho Chi Minh City retail shifts toward experiential formats despite cautious spending
International and lifestyle brands continued expanding.
1 day ago
Malaysia’s Village Grocer expands northern footprint with new Vangohh Eminent outlet
Offers imported produce from Australia, Japan, Korea, and New Zealand.
1 day ago
Agentic commerce set to reshape Australian retail as AI takes over
Experiential retail is tipped to gain as commodity categories migrate online.
3 days ago
Manila retail strengthens as foreign brands expand in 2026
F&B segment remained the key driver of growth.
4 days ago
Grocery aisles go experimental as Gen Z drives 'newstalgia' food trend
Demand is rising for sweet-spicy-tangy “swangy” flavor profiles.
4 days ago
Birkenstock expands Japan presence with new Osaka concept store
The store includes a Care Essentials area.
4 days ago
Experiential concepts gain traction in Greater Kuala Lumpur retail scene
International retailers continued to enter the market.
4 days ago
Global brands risk underperforming without India localisation
E-commerce and young consumers drive growth, but localisation, inflation and policy risks could shape outcomes.
5 days ago
Taiwan and South Korea travellers lead Asia in shopping-driven trips
Luxury malls, designer districts and night markets remain key attractions.
5 days ago
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