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Rising tariffs push consumers toward local products, value alternatives
Rising tariffs push consumers toward local products, value alternatives
Nearly half are switching to cheaper brands.
TikTok launches new campaign to target high-intent users in APAC
It aims to help brands reach active shoppers in the region.
KK Group to open 200 stores in the Philippines by 2028
It now has four stores in the country so far.
Levi’s deepens cultural reach with Nagoya flagship
The new store supports Levi’s direct-to-consumer strategy.
JD Logistics expands into South Korea’s domestic supply chain market
It has launched two self-operated logistics centers in Icheon and Incheon.
IKEA opens first mixed-use store in South Korea
This is part of the group’s plan to invest over $341m the country.
Estée Lauder Companies uses custom AI agent to centralise data
It uses genAI to analyse and deliver real-time insights.
OpenAI upgrades ChatGPT with smarter shopping search, product recommendations
It is available in the GPT-4o model.
Miniso opens two-story flagship store in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
It features over 20 IP collaborations.
Hong Kong retail market struggles amidst economic pressures
It faces increased competition from major Chinese e-commerce giants.
Deliveroo receives $3.6b buyout proposal from DoorDash
DoorDash must submit a firm offer by 23 May.
Metro Retail streamlines supply chain with Gulay Farmers partnership
It will also help in improving agricultural standards and reducing waste.
Mars Petcare appoints new global people and organisation VP
He will join the company in July.
Levi’s opens largest single-floor store in Nagoya, Japan
It features the first Levi’s® Tailor Shop in the Tokai region.
Amazon Australia launches ‘Amazon Beauty Finds’ storefront
It features skincare, haircare, beauty tools, and appliances.
JD.com launches major initiative to support 60,000 new products
It aims to help these products achieve RMB1m in annual sales
SM Retail targets Gen Z with in-store shopping surge
About 31% of Filipino Gen Z prefer in-store shopping.
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