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Mothercare and Reliance Brands form joint venture for South Asian markets
Mothercare and Reliance Brands form joint venture for South Asian markets
It will manage the Mothercare brand in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, and Bangladesh.
Singapore retail sales up 2% YoY in September
It was largely driven by a surge in motor vehicle sales.
8 in 10 SEA SMEs expect sales growth during festive season
57% of consumers prefer online shopping.
Suntory Group to launch PET bottles made from used cooking oil
It aims to produce approximately 45 million beverage PET bottles using this new material.
JD Global Sales expands to Malaysia and Thailand ahead of Singles Day
It also offers free shipping options.
Indonesia to implement nutrition grading system
It is expected to be finalised by the end of 2024.
Starbucks opens largest greener store in Thailand
This is the brand's fourth flagship store in the country.
Retail spending in Australia reaches $24.04b in September
This is a 2.3% increase from the same month last year.
URBAN REVIVO revamps store in ICONSIAM
It is part of the group's ongoing expansion in Thailand.
Watami takes over Subway Japan
The company will be promoting its recycling-based sixth-industry model.
Over four in 10 consumers enjoy trying new tastes: report
Spicy flavours grew substantially, making up nearly a fifth of NPLs.
SG Singles’ Day online sales surge by 159% in 2023
SEA’s transactions also skyrocketed by 140%.
lululemon opens largest store in Australia
It spans over 11,000 sq ft, featuring an expanded menswear collection.
Lazada launches GenAI-powered in-app features
Nine in 10 trusts and rely on AI for personalised recommendations.
Nearly 90% of SEA consumers base purchase decisions on AI
Majority are also willing to pay for AI-enhanced shopping experience.
S'pore consumers plan to shop in holiday sales period
Nearly a quarter plan to shop via TikTok Shop, followed by other apps like Amazon and Grab.
Lulu Retail eyes raising $1.43b through UAE maiden offering
This will be the country’s biggest IPO this year.
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