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Luxury sector boosts AI investments for personalisation

Luxury brands leverage AI for brand protection and supply chain management.

Shiseido and Max Mara announce long-term fragrance partnership

Shiseido will exclusively develop, produce, market, and distribute Max Mara fragrances worldwide.

APAC consumers embrace probiotic-enhanced foods

It will be driven by R&D advancements and increasing consumer interest in health and wellbeing.

AEON and Ocado to build third customer fulfilment centre in Japan

AEON will integrate Ocado's latest technologies, including On-Grid Robotic Pick (OGRP).

Authentic Brands Group appoints Jeff Daggett as head of Japan

He will lead efforts to strengthen the group’s presence and growth in Japan.

Shopee hits record sales during 11.11 event

The record-breaking sales are driven by live events and partnerships.

On-the-go snacks drive meat snacks market growth of $26.75B by 2029

Hectic lifestyles and nutritional benefits drive demand in the APAC region.

foodpanda and Carlsberg Asia expand partnership to boost beer accessibility

This move responds to significant consumer demand for beers.

FairPrice Group expands solar power capacity

It aims to produce more than 2,000 MWh of clean energy annually.

Messika partners with Bluebell Group to enter South Korean market

This follows their successful venture in the Korean Duty Free Market since 2022.

F&B industry observes healthier food consumption in Singapore

Health trends and online shifts reshape market dynamics.

L'Occitane observes shift from gifting to self-consumption in travel retail

New senior executive highlighted consumer trends in the Asia-Pacific region.

Jollibee Foods acquires majority stake in South Korea’s Compose Coffee for $340M

It will hold approximately 70% of the shareholding in Compose Coffee.

Mars Wrigley appoints Sean Jeong as general manager of West Asia

He will oversee key West Asian markets such as Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, and Indonesia.