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FMCG sector firms in Top 250 retailers post 4.7% YoY revenue growth
FMCG sector firms in Top 250 retailers post 4.7% YoY revenue growth
It accounted for 63.8% of the total revenue.
What will drive hot drinks sales growth in Vietnam?
The market is expected to grow 9.1% annually.
Alibaba splits into 6 business units
Except for Taobao Tmall, the other business can raise outside capital and pursue IPO.
South Korea retail sales up 7.9% in February
The operating days during the Seollal holidays helped boost sales.
Thai restaurant tops Asia’s 50 Best Restaurant
A total of nine restaurants from Bangkok made it to the list.
Retail sales in Australia remain flat in February
It rose by 0.2% in February, following a 1.8% growth in the previous month.
Hot drinks sales growth in China hinges on reopening
The market is expected to expand to $53.9b by 2027, GlobalData reported.
Why retailers integrate technology in their operations
This includes virtual and augmented reality, and data analytics, amongst others.
Around 1 in 2 working women in India consumes VMS: Mintel
Bone and digestive health, and immunity are the top three benefits they want from VMS.
Where do consumers spend the majority of their budget?
Nearly half of the consumers shop the omnichannel.
Apparel, accessories sector rebounds in FY2021
The sector’s total revenue was up 31.3% YoY.
60 APAC firms amongst Top 250 Global retailers: Deloitte
China’s JD.com is the top retailer in the region, ranking 7th globally.
Superdry sells IP assets to South Korea’s Cowell Fashion
The transaction costs $50m.
Around 1 in 4 Thai Gen Zs find spending on preventing skin issues a waste
They prefer to buy products that address current issues.
Over 35% of Indonesians eat to reduce stress: report
Shoppers in the market buy food and drink to indulge during tough times.
Foot Locker to exit Hong Kong, Macau
It will continue to expand in the region through licenses.
JFC eyes opening 600 stores in 2023
It opened 542 stores in 2022, the highest it recorded in a year.
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