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H&M opens innovative store in Seoul’s Myeongdong District
It has an immersive fitting room and smart fitting rooms.
Footwear industry leads in consumer goods supply chain resilience: S&P Global
It was driven by effective inventory management strategies and a surge in demand.
Central Marketing Group now exclusive distributor of JUNG SAEM MOOL in Thailand
It is expected to drive a 20% increase in CMG's beauty product sales this year.
L’Oréal launches fourth Employee Share Ownership Plan
The plan is limited to 275,000 shares.
Estée Lauder completes $1.7b acquisition of DECIEM
The deal, completed on 31 May, involved a cash transaction of approximately $860m.
Alibaba.com launches 'Alibaba Guaranteed' to boost global sourcing for SMEs
It offers products at fixed prices with shipping fees included, dispatch within 72 hours, and guaranteed delivery dates.
What’s next for Levi’s in Southeast Asia?
Explore how the brand is tapping into the diverse and growing consumer base in the region.
Watsons invests $250M for 6,000 new and upgraded stores in Asia
75% of the stores in the region will offer customers upgraded experiences.
ZALORA launches AI-powered customer service chatbot in Southeast Asia
The chatbot can access personalised information on orders, deliveries, and returns.
Central Food Group trials AI-powered system to reduce store food waste
Amongst the key features are automatic detection and optimal recycling.
Luxury brands embrace budget beauty trend with diffusion lines
Collaborating with retailers is seen crucial to effectively reach the target audience.
How can brands maintain profitability in perma-discount era?
Value-centric strategies can boost customer satisfaction without constant markdowns.
Nissin Foods acquires Gaemi Food
The deal is valued at KRW48,000m (HK$271.7m).
Luxury brands double down on resort markets
Major brands strategically expand into leisure destinations to tap into their target audience.
Jo Malone opens flagship store in Japan
The new Harajuku location spans 2,540 square feet.
Thailand sees boom in out-of-home consumption
FMCG brands are urged to realign their products and marketing to match the rising demand for convenience-driven purchases.
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