Vann Villegas

Food, healthcare products are top gift choices for New Year: report

Shopping cash coupons are also among the top choices.

Businesses should cater to consumers who seek work-life balance

Around 53% of consumers put a strict boundary between work or school and personal life.

Around 2 in 5 consumers expect in-person everyday activities: report

Brands should improve their operations to attract these customers.

Shopee ends Poland operations

Orders placed before 13 January 12 a.m., will still be processed.

LVMH appoints new Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior Couture CEOs

Their appointment will be effective on 1 February.

Carlyle buys majority take in India-based skincare, beauty firm

It will support the business growth and brand building of VLCC.

Korea’s internet firm Naver acquires Poshmark

They plan to establish a global player in the online fashion re-commerce market.

Reliance Retail Ventures unit acquires 50% stake in beverage firm

The remaining stake in SHBPL will still be owned by the Hajoori Family.

L’Oréal invests in micro-printing startup

The company developed the L’Oreal Brow Magic with Prinker Korea.

Around 3 in 5 Malaysian e-commerce sellers optimistic for 2023

Sellers in the health and beauty category are the most optimistic.

Hong Kong retail market momentum depends on full border reopening

Retail sales for the first nine months slightly dipped by 1.3% YoY.

Australian make-up sector to grow 4.6% annually to 2026: GlobalData

The Australian per capita expenditure on make-up reached $15.2 in 2021.

Why consumers are spending less on promotional events

The discount they get do not match their expectations.

Around 6 in 10 AMEA consumers expect sustainability in online shopping

They are interested in sustainability as much as they are in delivery speed.

Retail street rents to decline 10-15% YoY in 2023

Retailers are not optimistic about the sector’s outlook, according to Knight Frank.