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Shein increases use of deadstock fabric by 40% in 2024
Shein increases use of deadstock fabric by 40% in 2024
The initiative is part of SHEIN’s evoluSHEIN roadmap.
Fast Retailing appoints new CEO for GU
This takes effect on 1 April.
Mainland China remains POP MART's largest market
It reported a total revenue of $1.79b in 2024.
Shopee Singapore launches ‘Shopee Majulah Club’ to support seniors
Introduced as part of SG60 celebrations.
APRIL FOOLS: IKEA plans to launch linear store format
This follows customer complaints about getting lost in its current layout.
Australia’s retail spending up 3.6% in February
The ‘other retailing’ category led growth with a 5.5% increase.
JD Auto Service, Continental Tire launch instant tire delivery in China
It also offers quick tire replacement.
Shiseido announces organisational changes for China, travel retail operations
It is expected to help the brand better serve Chinese consumers.
Property group Simon opens first Jakarta premium outlets
It spans over 302,000 square feet.
Hong Kong retail sales drop 13% in February
This was attributed mainly due to the timing of the Lunar New Year.
SHEIN invests $70m to empower supply chain partners by 2028
It also invested $7.5M in Southern China factory upgrades.
Here’s what’s happening in Australia’s marketplace sector
94% of Australians shop on marketplaces.
Central Pattana unveils $3.5B expansion plan to build new Bangkok CBD
It aims to position Bangkok as a global commercial hub.
Australia's e-commerce revenue down 21% in February
Traffic declined 19% MoM.
Kolmar Korea develops hybrid composite sunscreen technology
This improves long UVA blocking efficiency by 24.8%
Frasers Group to open over 350 Sports Direct stores in SEA, India
It will also expand in Indonesia.
Euromonitor International’s Quan Yao Peh discusses retail digitalisation and consumer trends in Asia-Pacific
He explored how digitalisation, evolving consumer expectations, and economic uncertainties are transforming retail in the APAC region.
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