News
Ageing population to drive APAC retail pharma market to $524.8b by 2032
Ageing population to drive APAC retail pharma market to $524.8b by 2032
This demographic shift is expecto to increase prescription volumes.
Apple hiring signals Hyderabad retail entry
The company posted senior manager, manager, and store leader roles.
Moncler strengthens direct retail in Thailand
The store spans 225 square meters.
Village Grocer's new 'exploratorium' concept store offers local, imported produce
Damansara outlet launched on 7 February.
New JD.com-CBBC deal opens China market for British businesses
The deal connects British companies to JD.com’s 700 million customers.
Lanvin Group completes sale of Caruso to MondeVita Italy
Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Dingdong agrees to sell China business to Meituan unit for $717m
The deal covers all shares of Dingdong Fresh.
Amazon expands fresh grocery delivery to over 80 Sydney suburbs
It is available in over 80 Sydney suburbs.
New Balance expands presence in Kuwait with new concept store
The concept, already launched in the UAE and Qatar, is now expanding to Kuwait.
Singapore retail sales slows in December 2025 as online shopping declines
Online sales share fell to 14.8% in December from 17% in November.
Festive season and fiscal boost drive Indonesia’s consumer sector in early 2026
Seasonal demand and easing costs support near-term earnings.
Hong Kong retail up 6.6% in December as e-commerce, tourism boost sales
Online sales made up 8.8% of the total.
Primark UAE entry begins with three Dubai stores in 2026 rollout
The first will open at Dubai Mall in March.
Tim Ho Wan doubles restaurants in Hong Kong following Jollibee acquisition
The brand also reversed a loss in the first half of 2025.
New roadmap sets course for Miniso's IP-led growth
It plans to enhance its store formats and strengthen end-to-end IP operations.
South Korea retail sales shift online as supermarkets decline
Government stimulus boosted offline sales in late 2025.
Luxury appeal, immersive experiences drive LVMH’s market resilience
Growth in Asia also rebounded in the second half of 2025.
Commentary
When AI becomes the front door: How marketing in Singapore will really change in 2026