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Amazon expands employee assistance programme to children
Amazon expands employee assistance programme to children
This allows children of its Singapore employees to seek mental health support for free.
Decathlon buys German outdoor retailer Bergfreunde
Bergfreunde will operate independently whilst remaining under Decathlon’s umbrella.
Australian consumers trust in purpose-driven brands
Bunnings is the most trusted brand for customer experience excellence in Australia 2020-2023.
FairPrice to offer discount offsetting GST raise
The discount will be implemented on national brands and house-brand groceries.
Gojek accepts ZaloPay for food delivery services in Vietnam
Gojek accepts ZaloPay for food delivery services in Vietnam
Consumers expect ‘delightful distractions’ in shopping
Brands can rely on storytelling and creative messaging to spark consumers’ joy.
Alibaba joins the World Business Council for Sustainable Development
It has also started a low-emissions scheme, which led to reduced 22.907 million MtCO2e emissions.
MINISO launches first IP collection store in Singapore
The VivoCity store is the largest in Singapore.
Mars Petcare Thailand receives FMCG Asia Award for Eco-friendly Initiative of the Year
The SWAP Recycling Initiative is an eco-friendly solution to transform consumer behaviour in plastic waste management.
Tyson International Claims Double Victory at 2023 Manufacturing Asia and FMCG Awards
These awards recognise the company’s commitment to excellence and innovation in both quality control and customer-centric campaigns.
Nitori expands to South Korea
It has partnered with local supermarket chain Emart to open its first South Korean outlet.
Consumers push brands to take sustainability efforts up a notch
Environmental issues will remain a priority for customers.
Nike extends partnership with Football Australia for 10 years
The development pushes their partnership to 30 years now.
Around 1 in 2 Indian consumers are willing to spend on leisure and health protections despite financial turmoil
The trend is mostly driven by consumers from Gen Z urban groups and workers.
Central Retail releases first-ever bonds to boost investor confidence
Reserve sales are valued at $141m.
Tim Hortons launches in Singapore
Other Tim Hortons cafés will be opened in Nex, One Raffles Place and Suntec.
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