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Safilo and Marc Jacobs renew global eyewear licensing agreement
Safilo and Marc Jacobs renew global eyewear licensing agreement
It extends the partnership for Marc Jacobs branded eyewear until December 2031.
IKEA launches AI literacy training for employees
This is part of its commitment to integrating AI technology whilst emphasizing human values.
Yum China aims to open 20,000 stores by 2026
It also plans to return at least $3b to shareholders from 2024 to 2026 through dividends and share repurchases.
How brands navigate conversational commerce
Their focus has shifted towards perfecting the end-to-end conversational journey.
F&B leads Asia Pacific retail activity
Sportswear and apparel followed closely as the second and third most active trades, respectively.
9 in 10 Singaporean marketers expect social media to reign in retail by 2024
Around 59% are now also using generative AI tools to create content that resonates more effectively with their audience.
JD.com invests $132.2m into video content creation
It aims to attract more creators and institutions to the platform.
Payment cards hold 40% share in Singapore's e-commerce
The market is expected to hit $23.6b at a CAGR of 9.1% by 2028.
HK’s retail leasing momentum slows as vacancy falls: report
All four core districts recorded single-digit vacancy rates for the first time since Q2 2018.
EssilorLuxottica seals acquisition of Washin Optical to expand optical retail presence in Japan
The group aims to boost the recognition of quality eyewear and eye care solutions amongst Japanese consumers.
AS Watson names Malina Ngai as Group CEO
She will now lead in defining the company's vision and formulating strategies to prioritise customer satisfaction and global growth.
JD.com and Lenovo partner to drive AI integration in PC market
It is expected to accelerate the adoption of AI PCs and expand smart device usage in homes.
Giordano shareholders vote to oust CEO
Around 66.07% voted in favour of his removal.
Consumer sentiment dampens retail in China
Economy, prices, and job security are causing Chinese consumers to cut back on spending, particularly on price-sensitive items.
APAC retail property sector bounces back post-pandemic
Asia Pacific remains the fastest-growing region,.
Mitsui and ROHTO to jointly acquire Eu Yan Sang International
The acquisition is valued at approximately $593m.
Authentic Brands Group names Lim Mi-Kyoung as SVP and head of ANZ
She will lead the brand's regional expansion efforts.
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