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7-Eleven Australia opens new format concept store in Bowen Hills
It offers an extended range of everyday essentials and an expanded food selection.
Fruit tea market to grow by $1b by 2028
It is driven by the increasing demand for premium fruit tea and new flavors.
Australia's Coles opens second automated distribution centre in $1b tech push
It is set to process over four million cartons weekly, equating to 32 million products.
Yum China announces CFO resignation
Adrian Ding will become acting CFO starting 1 October.
Singapore retail sales down 0.6% in June
The total estimated retail sales value for June was $3.8b.
Asia Pacific retail sales growth slows further in Q2 2024
Retailers are expected to prioritise cost efficiency to sustain profitability.
Central Retail partners with Alipay+ to boost tourist spending
It allows payment acceptance from 13 international mobile apps at all 3,000 stores in Thailand.
Philippines’ Metro Retail launches first home improvement store
The group said it aims to reach 160 stores by 2027.
How SHEIN boosts garment production efficiency with advanced tools and technology
It has already created over 100 sewing and garment-making tools for its suppliers.
1 in 4 new brands target beauty and personal care market
Key innovations focus on skin and hair care.
Hong Kong retail sales fall 9.7% in June
This is mainly due to the changing consumption patterns amongst visitors and residents.
SM Store and The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf to launch more in-store cafes by 2026
The upcoming expansion will introduce 53 additional cafes across SM Store branches.
SM Supermalls foot traffic increases to over 4 million daily
It is driven by enhanced mall activities and diverse experiences.
Consumer health industry shifts focus toward sustainability and transparency
Modern consumers are seeking versatile products with minimal environmental impact.
Brown-Forman announces leadership changes for new APAC region
Eveline Albarracin has been named senior vice president and managing director.
Shiseido names Kentaro Fujiwara as next CEO
He will succeed Masahiko Uotani, who will retire as chairman and CEO.
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