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Singapore plans blind box rules over gambling concerns
Singapore plans blind box rules over gambling concerns
It aims to address gambling inducement risks.
2 hours ago
Australia retail growth eases in December as spending shifts earlier
December sales reached $27.22b after early shopping shift.
3 hours ago
Australia’s e-commerce shifts toward global market leaders
Amazon, Shein, and Temu gain ground, placing the era of local marketplaces at risk.
3 hours ago
Temu partners with DEKRA to boost product safety in marketplace
DEKRA will provide independent testing for Temu’s automotive and household electronics.
5 hours ago
Lazada's RedMart launches 30-minute grocery delivery in Singapore
The service is designed for urgent or last-minute grocery needs.
5 hours ago
Ageing population to drive APAC retail pharma market to $524.8b by 2032
This demographic shift is expecto to increase prescription volumes.
6 hours ago
Apple hiring signals Hyderabad retail entry
The company posted senior manager, manager, and store leader roles.
8 hours ago
Moncler strengthens direct retail in Thailand
The store spans 225 square meters.
8 hours ago
Village Grocer's new 'exploratorium' concept store offers local, imported produce
Damansara outlet launched on 7 February.
3 days ago
New JD.com-CBBC deal opens China market for British businesses
The deal connects British companies to JD.com’s 700 million customers.
3 days ago
Lanvin Group completes sale of Caruso to MondeVita Italy
Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
3 days ago
Dingdong agrees to sell China business to Meituan unit for $717m
The deal covers all shares of Dingdong Fresh.
3 days ago
Amazon expands fresh grocery delivery to over 80 Sydney suburbs
It is available in over 80 Sydney suburbs.
3 days ago
New Balance expands presence in Kuwait with new concept store
The concept, already launched in the UAE and Qatar, is now expanding to Kuwait.
Singapore retail sales slows in December 2025 as online shopping declines
Online sales share fell to 14.8% in December from 17% in November.
Festive season and fiscal boost drive Indonesia’s consumer sector in early 2026
Seasonal demand and easing costs support near-term earnings.
Hong Kong retail up 6.6% in December as e-commerce, tourism boost sales
Online sales made up 8.8% of the total.
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