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Abercrombie & Fitch and Myntra Jabong partner to expand in India
Abercrombie & Fitch and Myntra Jabong partner to expand in India
The agreement will see Myntra Jabong establish physical retail stores, regional e-commerce platforms, and branded digital storefronts.
Yum China announces $360m share repurchase for 2025
This is part of a larger strategy to return $4.5b to shareholders between 2024 and 2026.
Singapore retail sales up 2.2% in October
Total retail sales for October were valued at $4.1b.
CBTL partners with Ekaagra Ostalaritza for Indian expansion
The partnership plans to open 250 cafés across the country in the next five years.
Coca-Cola, Grab strengthen partnership to engage hybrid shoppers in SEA
It includes regional campaigns across both online and offline channels.
Consumers embrace ‘green' indulgence in snacks
In response, companies are innovating product formulations.
Australian retailers urge action to ensure safety amidst Woolworths strike
ARA also stressed the need for uninterrupted access to essential food and grocery products.
Cole Haan, HiMaxx partner to expand in China
The partnership includes the creation of a new HiMaxx premium division dedicated to Cole Haan.
Valiram, Atome partner to offer flexible payment options in Singapore, Malaysia
The partnership will see Atome's embedded financing technology integrated into Valiram's operations.
Asian consumer spending projected to hit $16t by 2024
It is largely driven by an anticipated $7t increase in private consumption over the next decade.
Central Food Retail launches AI shopping assistant
It aims to enhance the shopping experience with personalised, efficient, and convenient support.
Australia’s retail sales up 3.4% in October
The strongest growth was seen in the “other retailing" category.
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.
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