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AS Watson appoints Clarice Au as CEO of Retail Hong Kong
AS Watson appoints Clarice Au as CEO of Retail Hong Kong
She will oversee the operations of Watsons, PARKnSHOP, Fortress, and Watson’s Wine.
China Jo-Jo Drugstores restructures to focus on pharmaceutical wholesale
It will acquire Allright (Hangzhou) Internet Technology Co., Lt.
Aussie retailers see 4.6% spending increase in December
It was driven by Cyber Monday, Boxing Day sales, and holiday shopping.
4 key trends shaping consumer purchasing in 2025
One of the key areas of innovation will be women’s health.
Here’s what’s driving nail care market growth
Demand for organic ingredients and the rise of DIY manicures contribute to this growth.
SHEIN conducts over 2 million product safety tests in 2024
It also plans to invest over $15m to strengthen its safety protocols and compliance measures.
Customisation, online sales drive growth in home furniture market
Fluctuating labor costs and raw material prices remain significant challenges for manufacturers.
Pet care market to grow $98.4b by 2028
The growing popularity of pet fashion is a key driver of this expansion.
Chinese consumers shift spending priorities in 2025
There is a strong demand for quality, wellness, and meaningful experiences.
Australian retailers call for simpler, more flexible industry award
Proposed changes aim to clarify worker rights and improve workplace flexibility.
Blue Pool acquires 12% stake in Golden Goose
This comes after Golden Goose suspended its plans for a stock market listing last year.
Timex Group partners with Aston Martin for luxury watch, jewellery collections
It will design, produce, and distribute for Aston Martin and its Formula One® team brands.
Temu, EMX partner to enhance delivery services in UAE and Middle East
The collaboration focuses on expanding sea shipping and launching PUDO services.
Resale apparel market up 17.6% in 2024
Asia Pacific and the Middle East and Africa are set for the fastest growth.
Automotive e-commerce market to reach $267.8b by 2032
It is driven by increased online shopping and more payment options.
Consumers focus on living longer, healthier lives
The desire for longevity has fuelled a surge in preventative and specialised health solutions.
Temu expands quality assurance with global partnerships
It aims to maintain rigorous product safety and compliance standards.