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Simple Foods bags win at FMCG Asia Awards 2024 for milk brand
Simple Foods bags win at FMCG Asia Awards 2024 for milk brand
It uses world-class technology to produce products with global quality standards and to export to more than 30 countries worldwide.
Mars Petcare Thailand wins at FMCG Asia Awards 2024 for regenerative agriculture initiative
It has transferred knowledge to local farmers on regenerative agriculture, enhancing soil fertility and reducing GHG emissions from farming.
Asian consumer spending projected to hit $16t by 2024
It is largely driven by an anticipated $7t increase in private consumption over the next decade.
Central Food Retail launches AI shopping assistant
It aims to enhance the shopping experience with personalised, efficient, and convenient support.
Australia’s retail sales up 3.4% in October
The strongest growth was seen in the “other retailing" category.
Rising cost of living pushes secondhand shopping, repairs
24% of global consumers buy secondhand items.
Yum China launches digital supplier recruitment platform
It simplifies engagement, reduces manual workload, and enhances transparency.
Amazon invests over $2b in Singapore businesses in 2023
The investment includes spending on infrastructure improvements and technology upgrades.
SEA’s K-Wave craze drives demand for localised products
This trend is particularly strong in the food, beverage, and beauty sectors.
China retail sales to decline in 2025: report
Home appliances, online retailing, PCs and smartphone sales most likely to drop.
Unilever invests $105m in in-house fragrance innovation
It will be supported by digital tools and AI.
35% of Australian small retailers introduce new products for festive shoppers
44% of anticipate sales to rise compared to last year.
Premium F&B experiences drive tourism growth in Southeast Asia
Destinations offering premium F&B are 2.5 times more likely to draw affluent travellers.
Swire Coca-Cola Hong Kong implements SAP S/4HANA
It will streamline the processes of manufacturing, sourcing, customer orders, pricing, and delivery.
4 in 10 shoppers say high costs prevent eco-friendly purchases
Only 15% are willing to pay extra for eco-friendly food and drink.
Fan expectations drive shift to personalised sports loyalty rewards
Sponsorship spending in the sports industry reached $8.3b in 2024
SEA consumers embrace omnichannel retail in 2024
Pop-up shops and immersive events are also gaining traction.
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