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Thailand’s Central Retail, Ant Group launch Alipay+ in over 3,000 stores
Thailand’s Central Retail, Ant Group launch Alipay+ in over 3,000 stores
This will allow tourists from other Asian countries to pay using digital wallets.
H&M revamps flagship Singapore store
The flagship store will now feature H&M Home and augmented reality.
Ayurvedic beauty, personal care regain traction in India
Mintel said this is due rising priority given to self-care.
Yum China opens 422 new stores in Q2
The company aims to open around 1,100 to 1,300 new stores in 2023.
Watsons partners with 4 brands for sustainability push
The brand collaborated with Kenvue, L’Oréal, and P&G.
Nearly 90% of consumers from emerging Asian markets want more sustainable lifestyle
Consumers from emerging markets are the most willing to learn more about sustainability.
Japan’s games, puzzles market almost double in 2022
Driven by Pokemon, it recorded the fastest growth in Asia.
How APAC’s foodservice sector drives towards sustainability
They turn to local sourcing and minimising food waste, amongst others.
Alamanda Shopping Centre’s first major redevelopment underway
It will be completed and relaunched in the fourth quarter of 2024.
7-Eleven Malaysia unit to sell stake in Caring Pharmacy to BIG Pharmacy
The proposed transaction is valued at around $139.4m.
In a Barbie World: Barbie movie could boost doll sales
The industry is expected to grow 16% in 2026 from 2022 levels.
Ingka to launch meeting place, retail centre in India
Lykli Gurugaram is expected to open in late 2025.
How the Chinese consumer market evolved post-pandemic: PwC
There is a rise in the consumption of items for outdoor activities, amongst others.
Thailand’s Lotus launches employee-free smart store
The store uses artificial intelligence to enable customers to shop.
Malaysian baby food market could be target for plant-based food makers: report
This is due to the increasing population of the country.
Starbucks Thailand targets 800 stores by 2030
It currently has 465 stores in the country.
How childless households will impact milk formula and toys market sales
The milk formula market is seen to drop due to low number of children.
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