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Asia shoppers tighten wallets even as $7t growth looms

Asia shoppers tighten wallets even as $7t growth looms

Groceries and essential goods now anchor consumer baskets across the region.
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Hong Kong consumers stay cautious as dining out leads spending

Quality and experience still drive demand.
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Global dairy alternatives market to nearly double by 2036

Rising lactose intolerance drives demand for plant-based alternatives.
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Misto Holdings drives Korean fashion growth across Greater China

Over 100 stores planned in Greater China by mid-2026.
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Amazon Australia launches dedicated K-Beauty storefront

It offers more than 60 Korean skincare and beauty brands.
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IKEA targets 25 new stores across India over next five years

Over $1.03b has already been invested in the Indian market.
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Australian retailers cut jobs as fuel and supply chain costs surge

Businesses are warning of possible closures.
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Retail trade sales in Taiwan climbs to $11.96b in February

Sales in the wholesale trade reached $34.97b.
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Gap launches in Australia with Fashionata partnership

The brand will be available in select Myer stores.
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Lunar New Year boost pushes South Korea’s offline sales up 14.1%

Hypermarkets and department stores led growth.
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CDFI and ANTA sign deal to expand retail across Asia

The partnership will focus on key Belt and Road markets.
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Franchise push drives Bata India past 700 stores across country

It plans to double the pace of new store openings.
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Luxury brands turn to AI to boost sales and customer engagement

They target the ultra-wealthy and aspirational middle-class consumers.
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PDD profit sinks 12% in 2025 despite strong revenue

It was dragged by a significant surge in operating expenses and cost of revenues.
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