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Australian retail sales up 4.9% in June
It was driven by strong EOFY sales.
Rakuten launches AI agent across mobile, web platforms
It offers tools such as AI chat, voice input, image search, and translation.
Indian consumers lead APAC in discretionary spending
Spending is strong in dining, jewelry, electronics, and travel.
Virtual try-on market to hit $27.7b by 2031
It was driven by AR and AI demand.
Japan's ABC-MART to launch first Philippine store in September
A second store is also planned to open in November 2025.
Two Gordon Ramsay restaurants now open in Cebu
The restaurants opened its doors on 26 July.
Starbucks China launches new tech initiative to cut emissions, boost sustainability
It will now have digital oversight of emissions across its value chain.
India’s travel retail market set to hit $1.8b by 2030
It is on track to become the world’s third-largest air travel market by 2030.
Australia sees sharpest rise in consumer optimism across APAC
Net optimism in Australia rose by three percentage points.
Taiwan retail sales decline 2.9% in June
It was largely driven by a sharp 17.3% drop in motor vehicle and motorcycle sales.
Cocoa and chocolate market to hit $28.24b by 2030
Growth is fuelled by a surge in premium and functional products.
Japanese consumers shift shopping habits amidst soaring inflation
51% of consumers are now engaging in new shopping behaviors.
Adidas to gain on Nike in 2025 as market shifts: report
New Balance and Skechers are also expected to gain.
Why do manufacturers bypass retailers with direct livestream sales?
Brands across Asia-Pacific are turning to factory livestreams to boost margins.
Dietary supplements market to reach $351.8b by 2032
It is driven by increasing health awareness.
Chinese brands surge in Southeast Asia amidst fierce competition
Skincare brands from China grew 115% CAGR from 2019–2024.
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