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Coffee culture evolves as convenience and quality take over
Coffee culture evolves as convenience and quality take over
The Philippine coffee market is seeing rapid growth, driven by mobility, value-conscious consumers, and increasing competition.
Philippine retailers navigate a changing market landscape
Retailers adapt to inflation, e-commerce challenges, and evolving consumer trends while pushing for fair competition and policy support.
Cosmetique Asia expands sustainable product line to meet consumer demand
Growing consumer preference for eco-friendly products is driving Cosmetique Asia Corporation to accelerate its sustainability initiatives.
Jollibee to open up to 800 new stores globally in 2025
It expects system-wide sales to grow by 8% to 12% this year.
Wearable tech market to reach $885.65b by 2033
Asia-Pacific is a key market, holding 30.1% of the global share.
Consumers drive demand for bold flavours, functional foods
In China, 40% actively seek new tastes.
Australia's competition watchdog extends approval for supermarket soft plastics recycling
It will require supermarkets to submit quarterly progress reports.
South Koreans cut back spending amidst political uncertainty
Generation MZ is now a major force in the consumer market.
Major supermarkets to pilot unit pricing in Singapore this year
It aims to help consumers compare prices and make informed choices.
Sanrio launches anti-counterfeit campaign in Southeast Asia
The campaign kicks off with an initial rollout in Singapore, Thailand, and Indonesia.
Uber terminates acquisition of Delivery Hero’s foodpanda Taiwan
The agreement included a termination clause.
Estée Lauder, Startup India partner to boost beauty entrepreneurship
Estée Lauder will integrate Startup India’s platform and expertise into its BEAUTY&YOU India program.
SM Group partners with AirAsia to offer new shopping, travel perks
This allows members to convert points between the two programs.
Asian flavors lead culinary shift in 2025
65% percent of Gen Z consumers are seeking value for money in their dining experiences.
Estée Lauder Companies partners with Adobe to streamline digital marketing with GenAI
It aims to simplify content production and increase efficiency.
Seven & i, Couche-Tard in talks on US store sales for $47b takeover
Both firms control 20,000 US stores.
Global fruit puree market to hit $10.1b by 2035
The rising demand for natural and healthy food products is driving growth.
Commentary
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