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Rising cost of living pushes secondhand shopping, repairs
Rising cost of living pushes secondhand shopping, repairs
24% of global consumers buy secondhand items.
Yum China launches digital supplier recruitment platform
It simplifies engagement, reduces manual workload, and enhances transparency.
Online pharmacies tackle Indonesia’s healthcare access challenges
Digital innovations aim to close rural gaps and improve health literacy.
Amazon invests over $2b in Singapore businesses in 2023
The investment includes spending on infrastructure improvements and technology upgrades.
SEA’s K-Wave craze drives demand for localised products
This trend is particularly strong in the food, beverage, and beauty sectors.
Social media trends drive e-commerce as branding tool
Influencer marketing is reshaping how brands engage consumers.
China retail sales to decline in 2025: report
Home appliances, online retailing, PCs and smartphone sales most likely to drop.
Unilever invests $105m in in-house fragrance innovation
It will be supported by digital tools and AI.
35% of Australian small retailers introduce new products for festive shoppers
44% of anticipate sales to rise compared to last year.
Premium F&B experiences drive tourism growth in Southeast Asia
Destinations offering premium F&B are 2.5 times more likely to draw affluent travellers.
Swire Coca-Cola Hong Kong implements SAP S/4HANA
It will streamline the processes of manufacturing, sourcing, customer orders, pricing, and delivery.
4 in 10 shoppers say high costs prevent eco-friendly purchases
Only 15% are willing to pay extra for eco-friendly food and drink.
Fan expectations drive shift to personalised sports loyalty rewards
Sponsorship spending in the sports industry reached $8.3b in 2024
SEA consumers embrace omnichannel retail in 2024
Pop-up shops and immersive events are also gaining traction.
Secondhand furniture gains traction as Singaporeans embrace circular economy practices
Singaporeans saved 21,970 tonnes of carbon emissions by purchasing secondhand furniture.
Australian retail groups call for stricter protections for young workers
Industry leaders highlighted the importance of collaboration amongst stakeholders, including government, industry, and unions.
Filipinos embrace secondhand fashion for savings, sustainability
The shift to secondhand clothing has reduced carbon emissions by 2,544 tonnes.
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