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Australia retail spending rises 5.7% to $38.50b in October
Australia retail spending rises 5.7% to $38.50b in October
Early Christmas buying and broad category gains support monthly growth.
DFI Retail Group honoured with two accolades at FMCG Asia Awards 2025
It embodied a commitment to better everyday living through responsible sourcing and a revitalised health and beauty portfolio.
APAC to drive global sportswear market expansion by 2029
The region is forecast to deliver a CAGR of 4.4%.
Siam Paragon launches THB850m sustainable retail building
NEXTOPIA will use renewable energy and carry 300 SME retailers, amongst others.
Lion Brewery Ceylon PLC clinches two wins at FMCG Asia Awards 2025
The brewery’s festive activation and new brand strengthened retail presence and reshaped Sri Lanka’s brewing market.
Nearly 3 in ten Australians shop earlier for Christmas this year
Younger adults drive higher average spend despite fewer gift buyers.
Asia Pacific marketers plan higher 2026 spending on video and e-commerce
Kantar’s ranking of 2025 media channels placed digital out-of-home in the top position for both consumers and marketers.
HK retail sales up 6.9% YoY in October
It was estimated at $35.2b.
F&B operators drive retail leasing as 2026 demand strengthens
Prime retail rents are forecast to grow 1.5% to 2.5% in 2026 in Orchard Road and the suburbs.
How can brands win on TikTok Shop?
It integrates product discovery, content, and checkout in one app.
MINISO Land opens first flagship store in Australia
MINISO Land Sydney offers 7,000 SKUs with 70% of products being IP collaborations.
Asia Pacific set to become the world’s largest engine of consumer demand
Bain and NIQ say companies need to re-prioritise markets and redefine consumer value beyond price.
Singapore consumers show rising openness to agentic AI shopping
By 2030, consumers expect about 10% of their online purchases to be made through AI agents.
CDO Foodsphere’s Highlands and San Marino earn awards at FMCG Asia Awards 2025
The brands achieved top recognition for campaigns that strengthened leadership in premium canned goods.
Global fashion executives expect tougher 2026 as growth stays muted
Brands are expected to build GEO capabilities to optimise for generative engines and prepare for agentic commerce.
Only 16% of online shoppers in Asia use AI to make buying decisions: report
66% use the tool only to search for product recommendations.
CJ Olive Young, Life Healthcare to retail Korean beauty products in Middle East
The cosmetics brand will distribute products in LHG’s drugstore chain.
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