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Ayurvedic beauty, personal care regain traction in India

Mintel said this is due rising priority given to self-care.

South Korea’s e-commerce market to exceed $160b in 2027

It is backed by increasing consumer confidence and smartphone penetration.

Experts unveil 3 factors that will drive up retail sales in 2H23

Economists expect the market’s sales momentum to improve in the remaining months.

The majority of business leaders have difficulty reaching potential new customers

Certain strategies for reaching customers are no longer effective.

Yum China opens 422 new stores in Q2

The company aims to open around 1,100 to 1,300 new stores in 2023.

Watsons partners with 4 brands for sustainability push

The brand collaborated with Kenvue, L’Oréal, and P&G.

Nearly 90% of consumers from emerging Asian markets want more sustainable lifestyle

Consumers from emerging markets are the most willing to learn more about sustainability.

Japan’s games, puzzles market almost double in 2022

Driven by Pokemon, it recorded the fastest growth in Asia.

How APAC’s foodservice sector drives towards sustainability

They turn to local sourcing and minimising food waste, amongst others.

DFI Retail Group expands mobile payment methods in over 800 store outlets

This covers all 7-Eleven, Cold Storage, Giant and Guardian stores in Singapore.

JD.com launches AI large language model ChatRhino

ChatRhino aims to address challenges across JD.com’s business operations.

Amazon, EnterpriseSG and SBF roll out cross-border brand launchpad

The programme over 100 local MSMEs to grow in the US.

Alamanda Shopping Centre’s first major redevelopment underway

It will be completed and relaunched in the fourth quarter of 2024.