Staff Reporter

Estée Lauder, Startup India partner to boost beauty entrepreneurship

Estée Lauder will integrate Startup India’s platform and expertise into its BEAUTY&YOU India program.

SM Group partners with AirAsia to offer new shopping, travel perks

This allows members to convert points between the two programs.

Asian flavors lead culinary shift in 2025

65% percent of Gen Z consumers are seeking value for money in their dining experiences.

Philippine retailers accelerate digital transformation, AI integration

They also cited the need to balance digital and physical retail.

Global fruit puree market to hit $10.1b by 2035

The rising demand for natural and healthy food products is driving growth.

Delivering seamless and personalised shopping experience with digital innovation

Naresh Vemuri of Fujitsu’s Uvance Solutions and Services discussed key trends and challenges for retailers in Asia Pacific and the importance of using technology to enhance customer experience and drive business growth.

Fabric softeners overtake perfumes for 23% of Thai consumers

Four out of 10 use laundry scents as their personal fragrance.

Taiwan e-commerce market to grow 7.9% in 2025

Online shopping penetration stood at 48.57%

JD.com imports one million Dutch tulips to China

It will be stored at JD Logistics before distribution.

JD.com named UEFA Champions League’s e-commerce innovation partner

It will offer exclusive football merchandise, discounts, and prizes.