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Six in 10 Asian shoppers to spend more this holiday season

This is linked to the strong financial resilience in the market. 

Six in 10 Asian shoppers to spend more this holiday season

This is linked to the strong financial resilience in the market. 

Seven & i net income posts over 27% growth in H1

Its net income attributable to owners amounted to JPY136b ($934.8b).

FairPrice, A*STAR rolls out “BINgo” smart bins 

This is to help promote recycling amongst Singaporeans. 

Fei Siong Group inks deal to operate Popeyes restaurants in SG

It signed an agreement with a subsidiary of Restaurant Brands International.

France’s Lemaire launches e-commerce channel on Alibaba's platform

Its product offerings include its Fall/Winter 2022 collection.

Robotic process automation gains traction amongst retailers

Discussions amongst retailers grew 52% in 2022.

Shein plans to reduce GHG emissions by 25% by 2030

These include shifting to renewable energy and increasing energy efficiency.

Australia’s trade surplus narrows in August

Its surplus stood at $8.32b, the ABS reported.

Shopee strengthens fight against counterfeit pharmaceutical products

It has partnered with the Pharmaceutical Security Institute to educate both sellers and shoppers. 

Australia’s retail sales inch up in August

Retail sales rose 0.6% during the month.

Retailers raise ICT budget in 2022: GlobalData

Over 80% increased investment amidst digital tech trends in improving supply chain and customer experience. 

Rakuten eyes carbon neutrality by 2023

It is amongst the companies that joined the RE100 initiative.

Isetan Mitsukoshi posts over 145% sales growth in Tokyo stores

It also saw a 133% increase in its domestic department stores.