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SHEIN buys UK-based retailer Missguided

Missguided products will become available on all SHEIN sites and platforms.

Central Food’s GO Wholesale opens in Srinakarin

The branch will include 20,000 items, including cooking ingredients, and fresh and dry foods.

Lotte Duty Free unveils 'first-in-airport retail experience' in Changi

It features a liquor-tasting tour, immersive LED art, and a tribute to poet Li Bai.

RSM's David Eu delves into FMCG challenges, sustainability, and innovation in Asia

Gain valuable perspectives on how the dynamic FMCG sector is adapting to the ever-changing market landscape.

Thailand’s food business to repurpose excess food products into pet treats

Tops, which is under Central Retail, does this by partnering with a startup.

FairPrice Group commits $2.9m to help SMEs in cash flow and business survival

The funding programme benefits more than 500 SME suppliers in Singapore.

JD.com sees above ¥100m sales in first 5 minutes of ¥10b-discount programme

Its sales and user order volume were four times higher than 2022’s figures.

How retailers can satisfy customers and ensure a high Net Promoter Score

Bain’s Net Promoter Score measures the likelihood a consumer will recommend a business and company growth.

Time on shopping apps to reach 26.6 billion hours due to holidays

Data.ai’s figures also showed that this is a 6% increase compared to the past quarter.

PwC’s Neil Sutton emphasises understanding business’ core value, impact on M&A valuation in the digital era

Gain a deeper understanding of how companies are adapting to changing consumer demands and aligning their strategies with the rapidly shifting FMCG sector.

The majority of SEA consumers will go on a hybrid holiday shopping setup

A study showed that 81% choose mobile for their shopping purchase.

Food inflation concerning for South and Southeast Asia in 2024

El Niño will impact the production of rice, coffee, and cocoa.

How e-commerce starts a new chapter in Southeast Asia

The region will experience a market value of $211b and a growth rate of 22% by 2025.

Fashion supply may face shortfall from extreme weather: report

Several manufacturers may face a 22% shortfall, missing out on US$65 billion in export earnings.

How APAC retailers can prepare for high foot traffic during the holidays

Seasonal hiring, labour optimisation, and inventory management are huge factors for a retailer’s success during loaded shopping periods.

Value over money matters for consumers: Mintel

Consumers are willing to increase spending for more quality products