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Fashion brands facing shift to agent-first AI commerce

Discovery moves from search engines to AI assistants.

Golden Goose expands Japan footprint with Osaka flagship

It targets the high-traffic Shinsaibashi-suji district for its latest outlet.

Bluebell Group names new CEO

It also formalises the executive leadership team.

Central Pattana to Invest $836m in Central Phuket Expansion

Total space will increase 40% to 500,000 square meters by 2028.

RPC enters AU market through Goodness Group acquisition

The acquisition expands its global health-focused beverage portfolio.

EY’s Olivier Gergele: Innovation advantage comes from scaling what resonates with consumers

He explores where the biggest value opportunities lie whilst emphasising the need to balance standardised scale with deliberate localisation across diverse markets.

Thailand’s Konvy Beauty opens first Philippine flagship store

Offers hundreds of brands, including Thai, K-beauty, and local products.

Deliveroo parent exits Singapore and Japan as multi-month review cites conditions

The decision comes after a multi-month review of market conditions.

New ACG store in Beijing marks Nike’s return to outdoor performance

ACG relaunch focuses on trail running, hiking, and outdoor performance gear.

Japan amongst top 3 AI patent publishers amidst consumer caution

Only 18% of Japanese adults adopt new technologies early.

K11 MUSEA boosts visitor numbers during Chinese New Year

Footfall rose 10% YoY from 16 to 22 February.

Aromatherapy air fresheners see rapid growth as consumers prioritise wellness


About 79% of consumers value “natural” product attributes.

Apparel Group partners with Cotton On to enter India

It will introduce the brand through a phased omnichannel rollout.