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Mytheresa picks Steven Xu as president in China and APAC

He previously served as an executive for Ralph Lauren.

Japan’s consumer co-ops raise $6.5m for Ukraine

The proceeds has been donated to UNICEF and other organizations.

Alibaba’s Tmall launches childcare consulting service

The service came in a tie-up with over 200 product specialists and 50 brands.

Weekly News Wrap: JD posts slowest growth in 618 event; Shopee cuts jobs in shopping and food

And Reliance is mulling buying out bankruptcy-hit US cosmetics giant Revlon.

Intime’s Hangzhou store offers free rides to customers

The service does not require minimum purchases from shoppers.

What APAC cross-border shoppers look for in a brand

Brand values are important for cross-border shoppers.

MINISO opens doors of first flagship store in Malaysia

The MINISO 3.0 features a brand new toy section. 

Consumers now equally rely on in-store, online for shopping

Around 67% discover new products in-store, and 66% through mobile phones.

Mega Sale days lead to new product discovery: report

Around 94% of APAC consumers are keen on trying new brands during Mega Sale days.

Jio-bp to provide EV services to Zomato

This will support Zomato’s initiative to run a 100% EV fleet by 2030.

Levi Strauss & Co appoints new SAMEA lead

Amisha Jain will be the new senior vice president and managing director in the regions.

Figaro Group on track to reach 150-store target

Currently, the group has 30 new stores under construction.

Kuwait’s consumer spending to grow 6.2% in 2022

This is due to Kuwait's recovery from COVID-19.

Amazon India launches emporium of Manipur artisans

It aims to support local artisans in collaboration with the Manipur government.