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7-Eleven launches in Laos

7-Eleven launches in Laos

Laos is the 20th country entered by 7-Eleven.

Foodpanda, DFI Retail Group partner to enable one-hour grocery delivery

The platform’s users can buy close to 20,000 grocery items through the app.

How appliance retailers boost e-commerce sales through DTC channel

They need to understand customer needs and overcome technical challenges.

Japan’s Seven & i sells Sogo & Seibu to Fortress Investment Group unit

The company aims to focus on its convenience store businesses.

Southeast Asia’s QR Code payments to surge 590% by 2028

This is due to the cross-border interoperability within countries in the region. 

Singapore customers seek transparency amidst companies’ AI adoption growth

About 9 in 10 said they want to know whether they are speaking with AI or a human.

Watsons Malaysia Wins Health & Beauty Retailer of the Year - Malaysia and Digital Initiative of the Year - Malaysia at the Retail Asia Awards 

The No. 1 health and beauty retailer in Malaysia continues to showcase dedication to innovation, sustainability, and exceptional customer experience.

Wolverine World Wide sell Hush Puppies IP in China

It will continue to own and operate the Hush Puppies brand in other markets.

Central Retail unit’s revenue could reach $285.2m

Central Marketing Group has over 40 lifestyle brands in its portfolio.

Hong Kong average retail vacancy rate hits three-year record low in Q2

Leasing activities recover as Hong Kong’s retail sector continues to improve.

Overall retail vacancy in China’s 16 major markets down to 11.01% in Q2

Brands are opening their first stores or are accelerating their expansion in China.

Payment cards lead e-commerce payments in UAE

Alternative payments are the second most preferred payment method.

China will remain the leading e-commerce market: GlobalData

It will achieve $2.2t of e-commerce market sales by 2030.

E-commerce platform Temu launches in the Philippines

Temu will have to compete with e-commerce giants such as Shopee and Lazada.

UNIQLO names COO to lead global expansion

Board Director Daisuke Tsukagoshi’s appointment will take effect on 1 September.