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foodpanda and Fiserv launch e-commerce payments processor
foodpanda and Fiserv launch e-commerce payments processor
It will first roll out in Singapore and Hong Kong.
L’occitane launches botanical lab pop-up in Hainan, China
It has four distinct zones, each designed to engage the senses.
Australian retailers see 20% increase in Halloween sales
One in five Australians are gearing up to celebrate the spooky season.
Lazada and Taobao launch fashion channel in Singapore and Malaysia
It offers over 6 million products from top Taobao merchants.
Reckitt and GrabAds team up to boost sales in Southeast Asia
Reckitt will leverage GrabAds’ retail media network.
9 in 10 restaurants rely on delivery platforms for revenue during key events
87% expect delivery services to remain important to their business.
Why demand for premium cosmetics grows in APAC
Consumers, particularly older generations, are turning to luxury products for a superior experience.
Aussies start holiday shopping early amidst cost-of-living pressures
53% plan to finalise their shopping lists by October.
Older consumers now a major force in China's online market
Key overlapping consumer preferences include fitness, travel, skincare, and lifestyle products.
Australia's beauty market embraces immersive experiences and holistic health
The "Experience More" trend is projected to achieve a 6% annual growth rate from 2022 to 2027.
Curly hair, skin care, and sun protection lead 2024 beauty trends
There is an increasing demand for products tailored to curly, coily, and Afro-textured hair.
Surge in demand for clean label products drives innovation in APAC
This extends beyond food and beverages to personal care and household products.
Probiotics, botanicals to drive APAC’s health and wellness packaged food in 2024
They were dubbed as rising super ingredients.
Australia's retail leasing market sees steady demand
This is supported by improved office returns.
Thailand’s F&B industry pushes for sustainable packaging
90% of consumers prioritise sustainability when making purchasing decision.
GOELIA expands with 9 new store openings in China and Singapore
The brand aims to enhance its global footprint.
Why retail leasing demand in downtown Singapore outpacing secondary areas?
F&B brands, especially Chinese groups, are driving leasing demand in downtown Singapore.
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