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Taobao launches English interface in Singapore

Taobao launches English interface in Singapore

The new interface includes SGD price conversion and AI-powered English product descriptions.

How can real estate owners capitalise on experiential retail?

Experiential retailers require high-traffic locations due to their high capital demands.

Ingka Centres to invest $670m in new retail complex in India

It is expected to attract over 25 million visitors.

Sustainability takes a hit as CEOs prioritise AI and inflation

About 30% of companies are struggling to meet their existing sustainability commitments.

Three key trends driving Asia-Pacific e-commerce

Asia-Pacific consumers are leading the charge in social media shopping.

L Catterton acquires majority stake in bath and body brand Stenders

Stenders will use the investment to expand internationally in Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the US.

What ingredient transparency can do to boost beauty product growth

Consumers demand clarity on ingredients, driving market expansion.

Seven & i Holdings rejects $38.5b takeover offer from Couche-Tard

Couche-Tard's offer was priced at $14.86 per share.

TOM FORD names Haider Ackermann as creative director

He will lead the creative direction for all TOM FORD fashion categories.

GCC retail sales expected to exceed $280b by 2028

Rising female employment is boosting growth in beauty, health, luxury, and apparel retail categories.

ASOS sells 75% stake in Topshop and Topman to Heartland

This is part of ASOS' broader refinancing efforts.

East Asia accounts for 41% of global e-commerce sales

China, Japan, and South Korea are the top retail e-commerce markets in the region.

Central Retail goes green on packaging to cut carbon footprint

Each unit of the Thai chain’s 100% organic meat packaging cuts CO2 emissions by 64 grams.

Woolworths sells remaining 4.1% stake in Endeavour Group for $383m

The funds will be used to acquire the remaining 35% of PFD Food Services Pty Limited.

Rising interest in women’s sports boosts sportswear sales

This trend is fueled by high-profile events like the FIFA Women’s World Cup and WNBA games.

Dior taps former Miu Miu CEO as managing director

Petruzzo will oversee Dior’s product and supply chain teams.