Jaleen Ramos

China e-commerce market to hit $3.6t by 2028

It will be fueled by a shift in consumer preference to online shopping.

68% of Singapore Gen Zs rely on peer reviews for informed purchases

Half are also buying only items they know they will use to reduce waste.

Nearly 7 in 10 shoppers prefer physical stores this festive season

Still, many will switch between channels to meet their needs.

Over half of consumers delay holiday shopping for better deals

67% are actively monitoring market offers to secure the best bargains.

Mars Wrigley bets on Asia’s chocolate boom

The US company expects the region’s rising middle class to eat more M&M’s and Snickers.

Beauty retailers unlock the power of high-tech

Companies should use tools that solve real-world consumer problems and boost efficiency.

Pricing strategies, tech key to retail profitability

Retailers should focus on delivering the right balance between price and value.

Shiseido launches sign language beauty consultations

The service uses sign language, lip reading, and chat.

Why China’s dairy industry slowing down

Economic and demographic forces are amongst the major factors slowing the industry.

Alibaba merges e-commerce units

It will unify the Taobao and Tmall Group with the Alibaba International Digital Commerce (AIDC) Group.

Rakuten and L’Oréal Japan partner to deliver personalised beauty solutions

The partnership will leverage Rakuten’s AI and marketing data alongside L’Oréal’s advanced beauty technology.

Femtech, consumer health drive innovation in women's wellness

There’s a growing opportunity for brands to create products focused on women’s health needs.

What’s driving change in dairy market through 2025

Still, private label products are gaining traction.

Technology offers solution to India’s food waste crisis in restaurants

It can also help improve efficiency and support sustainable practices in the industry.

India’s e-commerce market to reach $147.3b in 2024

It will be driven by the expanding internet penetration and better digital payment infrastructure.

Food colors market to reach $5.42b by 2031

Still, the market growth is constrained by strict regulations.