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Vietnam retailers see margins squeezed as expansion masks loss-making units
Vietnam retailers see margins squeezed as expansion masks loss-making units
Fragmented data and systems prevent leaders from seeing the full financial picture.
1 hour 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.
6 hours ago
Marimekko targets Asia growth with new stores in Indonesia and Philippines
The brand will operate through loose franchise partnerships.
6 hours ago
FairPrice Group trials Singapore’s first autonomous vehicle supply route
The pilot covers a 6km round trip.
7 hours ago
Amorepacific partners with Viol Medical to expand beauty device offerings
Collaboration covers product development, marketing, and home beauty devices.
7 hours ago
Vietnam retail shifts to AI-driven decision ecosystems
AI tools are also reshaping how shoppers choose products across retail channels.
3 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.
3 days ago
Vietnam e-commerce under pressure as discount-led growth loses momentum
Fragmented systems also continue to disrupt customer experience.
4 days ago
Vietnam consumers hold back spending despite 8% GDP growth
Rising living costs and global uncertainties are influencing how they spend.
4 days ago
Centralised supply chains reduce Vietnam retail stock-outs
Consolidated logistics, regular deliveries, and supplier alignment are critical to meeting customer demand.
4 days ago
Hong Kong consumers stay cautious as dining out leads spending
Quality and experience still drive demand.
5 days ago
Singapore consumers stay cautious despite income growth hopes
Essentials drive spending plans.
5 days ago
Retail sector amongst hardest hit by job cuts in Singapore
The sector placed third overall.
5 days ago
Global dairy alternatives market to nearly double by 2036
Rising lactose intolerance drives demand for plant-based alternatives.
6 days ago
Estée Lauder in early talks with Puig over possible merger
No final decision has been made.
6 days ago
Misto Holdings drives Korean fashion growth across Greater China
Over 100 stores planned in Greater China by mid-2026.
6 days ago
Amazon Australia launches dedicated K-Beauty storefront
It offers more than 60 Korean skincare and beauty brands.
6 days ago
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