Stores

Australian make-up sector to grow 4.6% annually to 2026: GlobalData

The Australian per capita expenditure on make-up reached $15.2 in 2021.

China's retailers must shift to sustainable operations: report

Improving shopper loyalty is expected to be critical as consumers spend less.

South Korean retailers offer low-price cakes ahead of Christmas

Some are providing discount benefits for pre-orders.

Strong local consumption buoys Guangzhou's retail sector

The food and beverage sector in the Chinese city was relatively active in Q3.

CONCEPT WATCH: Eatology cooks up a ‘halfway diet’ for Hong Kongers

The flexitarian meal plan is for consumers looking to reduce their consumption of animal-based products. 

ASICS acquires race registration platform njuko

It will now offer race registration services globally.

India’s online marketplaces to reach $350b in GMV by 2027

The country’s online marketplaces have contributed over $100b in GMV so far.

Wider economic recovery to drive India’s consumer spending growth

Consumer spending is expected to grow by 7.1% year-on-year in 2023. 

Weekly News Wrap: Amazon shutters food delivery business in India; Louis Vuitton to launch homeware store in Shanghai

And US-based Fanatics to refurbish retail stores at Tokyo Dome in a deal with Yomiuri Giants.

Australia retail trade up 12.5% YoY in October 2022

However, it declined by 0.2% month-on-month.

Hong Kong’s toys market thrives despite fewer kids

Hong Kong has the lowest fertility rate in Asia.

Weekly News Wrap: JD.com says worst is over for consumer demand; Tata eyes 20 'beauty tech' stores

And Tencent’s plan to cut its stake in Meituan triggered an internet stock selloff.

Philippines' retail sector shows signs of improvement: report

Retail sales in the country have been growing at a relatively slow pace.