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Telehealth platforms shift primary care to virtual-first models

Digital consultations cut waiting times as care shifts online.
27 minutes ago

EssilorLuxottica strengthens presence in Asia with Top Charoen deal

The partnership aims to advance vision care standards and wearable technology in the region.
32 minutes ago

Malaysia retail sentiment mixed as fading Raya and Middle East impact weigh

Past subsidy rationalisations temporarily slowed spending.
32 minutes ago

First stand-alone Hermès store in Beijing showcases craft and culture

The design draws inspiration from the nearby Forbidden City
38 minutes ago

Beauty industry adopts upcycled materials as ethical purchasing influences choices

Nearly half of beauty consumers prioritize ethical and eco-friendly products.
1 day ago

CNY boost lifts Singapore retail sales 8.3% in February

Supermarkets, recreational goods, and department stores led growth.
1 day ago

Vietnam retailers see margins squeezed as expansion masks loss-making units

Fragmented data and systems prevent leaders from seeing the full financial picture.
1 day ago

Starbucks eyes 20,000 China stores as Boyu Capital takes majority stake

Starbucks retains 40% ownership and continues to own and license its brand.
2 days ago

Marimekko targets Asia growth with new stores in Indonesia and Philippines

The brand will operate through loose franchise partnerships.
2 days ago

Amorepacific partners with Viol Medical to expand beauty device offerings

Collaboration covers product development, marketing, and home beauty devices.
2 days ago

Vietnam retail shifts to AI-driven decision ecosystems

AI tools are also reshaping how shoppers choose products across retail channels.
5 days ago

Vietnam retailers target personalisation as Gen Z turns to online discovery

Panelists during Retail Asia Summit discussion highlight digital engagement, personalization, and experience as key to capturing demographic.
5 days ago

Vietnam e-commerce under pressure as discount-led growth loses momentum

Fragmented systems also continue to disrupt customer experience.
5 days ago

Vietnam consumers hold back spending despite 8% GDP growth

Rising living costs and global uncertainties are influencing how they spend.
5 days ago