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South Korea consumers prioritise quality over price as premiumisation expands
South Korea consumers prioritise quality over price as premiumisation expands
About 69% of consumers value quality over price.
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Central Pattana to invest $3b in nationwide mixed-use expansion by 2030
A 297-acre “City of the Future” project is planned.
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Japanese consumers seek quality and convenience despite economic caution
Convenience is a top priority for 82%.
1 day ago
Telehealth platforms shift primary care to virtual-first models
Digital consultations cut waiting times as care shifts online.
2 days ago
EssilorLuxottica strengthens presence in Asia with Top Charoen deal
The partnership aims to advance vision care standards and wearable technology in the region.
2 days ago
Malaysia retail sentiment mixed as fading Raya and Middle East impact weigh
Past subsidy rationalisations temporarily slowed spending.
2 days ago
First stand-alone Hermès store in Beijing showcases craft and culture
The design draws inspiration from the nearby Forbidden City
2 days ago
Beauty industry adopts upcycled materials as ethical purchasing influences choices
Nearly half of beauty consumers prioritize ethical and eco-friendly products.
3 days ago
CNY boost lifts Singapore retail sales 8.3% in February
Supermarkets, recreational goods, and department stores led growth.
3 days ago
Vietnam retailers see margins squeezed as expansion masks loss-making units
Fragmented data and systems prevent leaders from seeing the full financial picture.
3 days 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.
4 days ago
Marimekko targets Asia growth with new stores in Indonesia and Philippines
The brand will operate through loose franchise partnerships.
4 days ago
FairPrice Group trials Singapore’s first autonomous vehicle supply route
The pilot covers a 6km round trip.
4 days ago
Amorepacific partners with Viol Medical to expand beauty device offerings
Collaboration covers product development, marketing, and home beauty devices.
4 days ago
Vietnam retail shifts to AI-driven decision ecosystems
AI tools are also reshaping how shoppers choose products across retail channels.
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.
Vietnam e-commerce under pressure as discount-led growth loses momentum
Fragmented systems also continue to disrupt customer experience.
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