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Central Retail accelerates growth with $558m investment plan

It aims to expand and renovate its stores in Thailand and Vietnam.
1 day ago

MR. D.I.Y. Thailand eyes 210 new stores in 2026

Net profit increased 47.8% YoY to $82.5m
2 days ago

New Lazada-Michelin collaboration simplifies online tyre purchases

Pilot program launches in Thailand, expanding across Southeast Asia.
2 days ago

Reliance Retail acquires ‘Pahadi Local’ brand

The founding team will remain involved in brand development.
2 days ago

Brandman Retail to launch Wilson and ANTA stores in India

The store rollout will begin in April 2026
2 days ago

Retailers rethink premium strategy as Filipino consumers grow more ‘value fluid'

Retail leaders say value-driven shoppers mix premium and budget buys, pushing brands to prove value beyond price.
2 days ago

Aligning channels key to capturing discerning Filipino shoppers in 2026

Price, promotion, and shelf visibility are critical levers.
3 days ago

Indoor gardens and rooftop sports highlight SM Supermalls’ next phase

The retail giant plans to invest ₱150b by 2030 in new malls and upgraded experiences.
3 days ago

Philippine retail falls behind regional peers as expansion outpaces efficiency

The country is falling behind regional competitors in operational productivity.
3 days ago

Only 5% of retailers get AI right amidst lack of integrated systems

The remaining 95% fail because when executives discuss AI, the answers are less clear.
3 days ago

Influencer-led content, short-form video drives results over traditional metrics

The shift is fuelled by algorithms prioritising watch time and engagement.
3 days ago

DTI pushes logistics reforms as supply chain bottlenecks risk retail operations

Supply chain weaknesses directly impact product availability and operations.
3 days ago

Digital access gaps reshape Philippine retail competition

This results in a fragmented digital landscape where consumers interact with brands in very different ways.
3 days ago

Lazada urges fashion retailers to prioritise seller intelligence over scale

Personalised feeds improve basket size and repeat purchases.
3 days ago