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E-commerce to account for 24% of retail sales by 2027

China, Indonesia, India, Malaysia, Vietnam and Thailand will boost the growth.

Salla, J&T Express signs with largest Saudi-based e-commerce platform

E-commerce channel Salla will enhance J&T Express’ cross-border networks and services.

Condiments giant launches first-ever ketchup insurance policy

Research showed that 48% of its customers experienced ketchup-related mishaps.

EssilorLuxottica, Dolce&Gabbana extend distribution deal

The renewed deal lasts from 1 January 2024 to 31 December 2039.

Online shopping surge shapes Vietnamese retail market

Shifts in consumer behavior and preferences underscore rapid e-commerce growth.

AS Watson is first health and beauty retailer signatory under UN Women initative

The Women's Empowerment Principles aims to foster gender equity and women's empowerment.

1 in 2 retailers prioritises improving customer experience: report

Retailers are setting their eyes on growing their online presence.

Over 80% of retailers will still have online, physical stores in the next 5 years

Consumers want to physically see and touch items they would buy.

LEGO shifts to sustainable materials for all products

The brand has placed 60% on its investments in environmental initiatives.

Real-time personalisation boosts online sales by 7 fold

This is compared to those who employ a blanket personalisation strategy.

Nitori to open its first store in the Philippines

It has also set to expand to Indonesia and India.

JD.com expands free shipping offer

The minimum order value for free shipping is $8.2.

Malaysian retailer KK Super Mart to expand in Uzbekistan

KK Group of Companies has supervised over 800 shopping centres in Malaysia.

AliExpress extends Affiliate Programme with GCC content creators

The initiative aims to assist influencers in marketing AliExpress products.