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SEA consumers spend less but invest on new needs: report
SEA consumers spend less but invest on new needs: report
Respondents see unstable economy and high cost of living as reasons to spend less.
South Korea’s KREAM acquires SNKRDUNK operator SODA
Integration of both fashion e-commerce platforms companies will dominate the APAC region.
Central Pattana to expand Central Park brand with $552.7m mixed-use development
The Dusit Central Park is projected to open in 2025.
Changi Airport Group extends Shilla Travel Retail concession contract until March 2028
The Duty Store operates 22 outlets in Changi Airport.
JE Holdings and CPG buys more stake in Philippines’ Shakey’s Pizza
The total shares bought were 283 million.
How can TikTok compete in the e-commerce market?
Gaining the trust of regulators and ensuring data safety will be vital for TikTok.
Asia’s luxury market undergoes reshuffling: report
Japan is expected to be the “rising star” in the region’s luxury market.
A.S. Watson, Amorepacific ink deal to offer more K-Beauty products
Derma and premium skincare brands will be launched in Watson stores in Asia and Europe.
Watsons China's O+O Digital Ecosystem Meets Customer Needs and Builds Stronger Relationships
With 60 million users on its mini programme (Watsons MyStore), Watsons integrates its O+O (Offline plus Online) platforms and provides customers with a seamless shopping experience.
Gen Zs can help turn inflation into opportunity: KPMG
Promotional strategies must be reset to attract 600 million Gen Zs through digital and human consumer experiences.
DFI Retail Group disposes food businesses in Malaysia
The company wants to focus on expanding its health and beauty business.
Amazon India integrates logistics network with ONDC
The cooperation aims to expand support to sellers.
Weekly News Wrap: Alibaba cut 19,000 employees last year; Woolworths attributes in-home dining boom to inflation
And US-based retailer Foot Locker is in talks with Metro Brands for India entry.
Most Indian residents still prefer to shop online: survey
The urban diaspora was quick to adopt online shopping.
South Korean restaurants feel the pinch of surging delivery costs
Higher demand for food delivery workers has ramped up the cost of labour in the industry.
Tmall launches perfume advising services
Nearly 200 customers tried out the service on its launch.
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