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The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf refreshes approach for modern market
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf refreshes approach for modern market
Innovation keeps the brand relevant in a competitive industry.
Digital natives drive shift in consumer behaviour
Digital natives represent 50% consumption in 2030.
Non-alcoholic drinks market to reach $2.9t by 2035
It will be driven by health and wellness trends.
South Korea's dermocosmetics market ranks 6th globally
It has attracted competition from "concept-dermo," "dermo-inspired," and "pharma-dermo" brands.
Hydration products gain traction in APAC
It was driven by increased awareness of health concerns like global warming and modern lifestyles.
Suntory Holdings launches low carbon sugarcane farming project in Thailand
This supports the company’s goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 30% across its value chain by 2030.
Ingka Group unveils strengthened climate targets
It focuses on reducing GHG emissions, carbon removal and storage, and contributions beyond the value chain.
How can retailers improve customer value and operations
Businesses must adopt a unified commerce strategy to meet consumer demand for seamless transactions driven by technology.
Thailand's e-commerce market to grow 13.7% in 2024
It is expected to reach $66.7b in 2024.
The Mall Group levels up marketing initiatives amidst competitive retail
Two billion baht invested in targeted, high-end marketing strategies.
H&M opens innovative store in Seoul’s Myeongdong District
It has an immersive fitting room and smart fitting rooms.
Footwear industry leads in consumer goods supply chain resilience: S&P Global
It was driven by effective inventory management strategies and a surge in demand.
Central Marketing Group now exclusive distributor of JUNG SAEM MOOL in Thailand
It is expected to drive a 20% increase in CMG's beauty product sales this year.
L’Oréal launches fourth Employee Share Ownership Plan
The plan is limited to 275,000 shares.
Estée Lauder completes $1.7b acquisition of DECIEM
The deal, completed on 31 May, involved a cash transaction of approximately $860m.
Alibaba.com launches 'Alibaba Guaranteed' to boost global sourcing for SMEs
It offers products at fixed prices with shipping fees included, dispatch within 72 hours, and guaranteed delivery dates.
Building customer-centric stores: How innovation can help retailers overcome challenges
Discussions highlighted Zebra Technologies’ Workcloud suite, SaaS tools for creating customer-centric stores, and the role of AI in empowering retail workers.
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