Staff Reporter
Taiwan retail sales decline 2.9% in June
Taiwan retail sales decline 2.9% in June
It was largely driven by a sharp 17.3% drop in motor vehicle and motorcycle sales.
Cocoa and chocolate market to hit $28.24b by 2030
Growth is fuelled by a surge in premium and functional products.
Japanese consumers shift shopping habits amidst soaring inflation
51% of consumers are now engaging in new shopping behaviors.
Adidas to gain on Nike in 2025 as market shifts: report
New Balance and Skechers are also expected to gain.
Dietary supplements market to reach $351.8b by 2032
It is driven by increasing health awareness.
Chinese brands surge in Southeast Asia amidst fierce competition
Skincare brands from China grew 115% CAGR from 2019–2024.
MagSafe accessories market to reach $16.14b by 2031
It is driven by wireless charging and premium demand.
Starbucks opens largest flagship store in Taiwan
It features a reservations-only tasting menu experience.
McDonald’s puts eight HK properties on market
Properties can be bought individually or as a portfolio.
Liverpool FC opens first official store in Hong Kong
It is the club’s 20th global store.
Jollibee Group launches new corporate brand to support global growth
It aims to attract more franchise partners and investors.
JD.com unveils ’10 Billion Growth Plan’ to bring 1,000 global brands to China
It aims to help brands achieve a combined sales increase of $1.39b.
Kolmar Korea opens second US factory to expand K-beauty, avoid tariffs
It is part of the brand’s strategy to minimise supply chain risks.
Affiliate marketing fuels influencer commerce growth in SEA
YouTube leads in influencer engagement.
Reliance Retail acquires Kelvinator to strengthen consumer durables business
It targets premium home appliances segment in India.
JD Super signs $69.7m deal with Australian beef suppliers
The move aims to cut out intermediaries and reduce prices.
E-commerce drives growth in Taiwan’s credit card payments market
Online transactions make up one-third of total card transaction value.