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Essential goods expected to lead China's retail sales recovery
Essential goods expected to lead China's retail sales recovery
The sales of non-essential goods are expected to show slower growth.
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit to start grilling in first Philippine store
The store will open in the second quarter of 2023.
Gen Z consumers want ‘genuine connection’ when engaging with brands
Around 3 in 5 trust independent consumer reviews.
Consumers demand diversity, inclusivity: report
They are buying from brands that support their values.
Consumers give more weight to emotional benefits in purchases: report
Businesses should provide alternative payment methods to capture these consumers.
Nearly 60% prefer humans over robots for customer service
Only 19% were comfortable talking to an automated bot.
Weekly News Wrap: Asian retailers ready for China rebound; South Koreans lead as world’s biggest luxury spenders
And Uniqlo owner gives Japan business a jolt with a 40% wage hike.
Return of Chinese tourists a boon for Singapore's luxury retailers: report
Chinese travellers have played a considerable role in the luxury end of the city’s retail market.
Food, healthcare products are top gift choices for New Year: report
Shopping cash coupons are also among the top choices.
Businesses should cater to consumers who seek work-life balance
Around 53% of consumers put a strict boundary between work or school and personal life.
About 4 in 5 Hongkongers aim to resume socialising, consumption in Chinese New Year
This came as social distancing measures have been eased.
Around 2 in 5 consumers expect in-person everyday activities: report
Brands should improve their operations to attract these customers.
Three in four shoppers tighten budgets amidst higher prices
Consumers will likely switch to e-commerce for better and cheaper deals.
Over 40% of consumers are not willing to pay extra for green products
This challenges retailers to close the prices of sustainable products to conventional brands.
Robinsons Retail completes BPI buy-in deal
The company purchased 200 million shares of the bank.
LVMH appoints new Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior Couture CEOs
Their appointment will be effective on 1 February.
Carlyle buys majority take in India-based skincare, beauty firm
It will support the business growth and brand building of VLCC.
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