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S'pore consumers plan to shop in holiday sales period
S'pore consumers plan to shop in holiday sales period
Nearly a quarter plan to shop via TikTok Shop, followed by other apps like Amazon and Grab.
Luxury F&B ventures risk diluting brand identity
Luxury fashion brands like Chanel and Dior are expanding beyond retail.
Lulu Retail eyes raising $1.43b through UAE maiden offering
This will be the country’s biggest IPO this year.
Starbucks Australia names Braeden Lord as new CEO
The appointment will be effective on 25 November.
Birkenstock takes over direct distribution in South Korea
It will be via its newly launched online shop.
M&M’s and Kate Spade launch candy-themed collection
The collection will be available on 1 November.
Brands risk losing customers without seamless omnichannel marketing
Disconnected online and offline strategies could alienate consumers.
One-fourth of Japanese consumers opt for low-alcohol beverages
It is primarily observed amongst the younger generation.
Global retail sales projected to rebound in 2025
Challenges such as weak demand and inflationary pressures will continue to persist.
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.
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