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Coffee supply under strain as climate change disrupts global production
Coffee supply under strain as climate change disrupts global production
Coffee prices have surged due to weather-related supply disruptions.
Plastic bans to spark $476b sustainable packaging surge by 2032
By product, the paper and paperboard segment dominated the market in 2025.
Vietnam shifts spending priorities as consumers favor quality and sustainability
Younger urban consumers are leading the shift toward premium, ethical products.
Store expansion and margin gains drive Metro Retail FY2025 net income up 12%
It expanded its retail footprint with 10 new stores across Luzon and the Visayas.
DPC Dash posts strong Q1 2026 results as expansion accelerates across China
The company grew its store network to 1,462 locations across 72 cities.
APAC retailers deploy AI to improve loss prevention
Predictive tools shift strategy from reactive shrink control to real-time detection.
South Korea consumers prioritise quality over price as premiumisation expands
About 69% of consumers value quality over price.
Central Pattana to invest $3b in nationwide mixed-use expansion by 2030
A 297-acre “City of the Future” project is planned.
Japanese consumers seek quality and convenience despite economic caution
Convenience is a top priority for 82%.
Telehealth platforms shift primary care to virtual-first models
Digital consultations cut waiting times as care shifts online.
EssilorLuxottica strengthens presence in Asia with Top Charoen deal
The partnership aims to advance vision care standards and wearable technology in the region.
Malaysia retail sentiment mixed as fading Raya and Middle East impact weigh
Past subsidy rationalisations temporarily slowed spending.
First stand-alone Hermès store in Beijing showcases craft and culture
The design draws inspiration from the nearby Forbidden City
Beauty industry adopts upcycled materials as ethical purchasing influences choices
Nearly half of beauty consumers prioritize ethical and eco-friendly products.
CNY boost lifts Singapore retail sales 8.3% in February
Supermarkets, recreational goods, and department stores led growth.
Canifa’s 15-year tech journey drives AI and automation across operations
From early IT systems to AI tools, Canifa enhances sales, inventory, and customer service.
Scaling pharmacy networks exposes gaps in medicine supply and distribution
AI tools help forecast demand and maintain stock levels across pharmacies.
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