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Companies embrace consumer-centric strategies for future growth

Companies embrace consumer-centric strategies for future growth

Business growth plans now rely heavily on consumers and the offerings provided by the company.

Hong Kong retail sales down 7% in March

It was attributed to factors such as a high base of comparison for visitor spending and the timing of the Easter holidays.

Plant-based dairy demand surges in Malaysia

It is mainly driven by dietary restrictions, vegan or vegetarian lifestyles, and health concerns.

SM advances climate action with nature-based solutions

It developed a Sustainability Management System focused on the two key policies of Climate Action and Resource Management. 

Beam Suntory rebrands as Suntory Global Spirits

This marks Suntory Holdings' 10 years of thriving spirits business growth since acquiring Beam Inc. in 2014.

Here’s why you shouldn’t miss the Retail Asia Forum 2024 in Kuala Lumpur

Don't miss this pivot point for retailers, driving growth and redefining consumer experiences in one of the world's most dynamic retail environments.

Exploring Zebra Technologies’ Modern Store: A window into retail's future with Woolworths and Connors Group

Discover the future of retail through innovative strategies, solutions, and technology, and gain insights from industry experts on navigating the challenges of the retail landscape.

India's urban e-commerce thriving amidst economic challenges: report

Pandemic-induced restrictions accelerated the adoption of e-commerce.

Unveil the future of retail at the Retail Asia Forum 2024 in Jakarta

This transformative event promises an immersive exploration of cutting-edge trends, technologies, and tactics shaping the retail landscape.

Metro Retail expands presence in Visayas with four new supermarkets

It currently operates 64 stores across the Philippines, with 42 branches in the Visayas.

Australia leads alcoholic ready-to-drink innovation

It accounted for 40% of all new brand launches and sub-brand introductions in the alcohol RTD sector in 2023.

Rakuten Ichiba launches Rakuten AI University to boost merchant efficiency

The RMS AI Assistant (Beta) offers features such as automated product descriptions, image processing, and text generation.

Ingka Group implements further price reductions to boost affordability

The company has already slashed prices twice, resulting in increased sales volumes.

85% of A2000 retailers in Asia-Pacific to invest in GenAI by 2027

Half of A2000 retailers are projected to implement AI-enabled contextualised recommendations by 2028.

1 in 3 brands launched in 2022 discontinued by 2023: report

Analysts said there is less than 60% chance for new products to survive in the market in the long term.

Birkenstock opens first flagship store in India

The newly-opened store combines Birkenstock's focus on function, quality, and tradition with India's cultural richness.

JD.com launches ‘Trade-in Alliance for Household Appliances and Home Goods’

The move aims to expand and enhance trade-in services across China.