Jaleen Ramos

Omnichannel retail is the path to profit

Omnichannel retail is the path to profit

Sellers should harness both online and physical channels, says Ace Hardware Philippines.

Southeast Asian retailers go live to take orders

Social media are no longer just spaces for sharing selfies; they’ve become shopping hubs.

Suntory Group to launch PET bottles made from used cooking oil

It aims to produce approximately 45 million beverage PET bottles using this new material.

Indonesia to implement nutrition grading system

It is expected to be finalised by the end of 2024.

Starbucks opens largest greener store in Thailand

This is the brand's fourth flagship store in the country.

Retail spending in Australia reaches $24.04b in September

This is a 2.3% increase from the same month last year.

URBAN REVIVO revamps store in ICONSIAM

It is part of the group's ongoing expansion in Thailand.

Global retail sales projected to rebound in 2025

Challenges such as weak demand and inflationary pressures will continue to persist.

L’occitane launches botanical lab pop-up in Hainan, China

It has four distinct zones, each designed to engage the senses.

Australian retailers see 20% increase in Halloween sales

One in five Australians are gearing up to celebrate the spooky season.

Why micro-retail is the way to go to reach Southeast Asian shoppers

It’s not a secret that micro-retail, especially in the form of traditional mom-and-pop stores, are still a huge part of Southeast Asia’s overall economic growth. Prevalent all across the region, these small, family-run businesses—known as sari-sari in the Philippines, warung in Indonesia, and shohuay in Thailand—usually sell groceries in sachets or other tiny packages. Most products are hung by the storefront so that customers can quickly tell what’s available for the day. Besides bagging a meagre amount of groceries, people can typically also buy snacks or drinks to go.

Lazada and Taobao launch fashion channel in Singapore and Malaysia

It offers over 6 million products from top Taobao merchants.

Reckitt and GrabAds team up to boost sales in Southeast Asia

Reckitt will leverage GrabAds’ retail media network.

9 in 10 restaurants rely on delivery platforms for revenue during key events

87% expect delivery services to remain important to their business.

Why demand for premium cosmetics grows in APAC

Consumers, particularly older generations, are turning to luxury products for a superior experience.

Aussies start holiday shopping early amidst cost-of-living pressures

53% plan to finalise their shopping lists by October.