Jaleen Ramos
Starbucks opens largest greener store in Thailand
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.
Hong Kong’s K11 MUSEA bridges art, culture, and retail
Visitors find top-tier brands and museum-grade art pieces at the cultural-retail landmark.
Older consumers now a major force in China's online market
Key overlapping consumer preferences include fitness, travel, skincare, and lifestyle products.
Australia's beauty market embraces immersive experiences and holistic health
The "Experience More" trend is projected to achieve a 6% annual growth rate from 2022 to 2027.
Curly hair, skin care, and sun protection lead 2024 beauty trends
There is an increasing demand for products tailored to curly, coily, and Afro-textured hair.
Surge in demand for clean label products drives innovation in APAC
This extends beyond food and beverages to personal care and household products.
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