Jaleen Ramos
Malaysian retailers told to adopt multi-layer strategy as marketplace reliance grows
Malaysian retailers told to adopt multi-layer strategy as marketplace reliance grows
Marketplaces remain a critical entry point for consumer discovery and acquisition across Southeast Asia
Retailers urged to act on sustainability as 70% Vietnamese shoppers ready
Incentives and convenience can drive adoption of eco-friendly habits.
How can Indian brands stay visible as AI rewires consumer choice?
Over 80% of consumers use AI for shopping, testing how brands surface online.
Deliveroo exit triggers food delivery duopoly in Singapore
Consolidation may lift fees and commissions as Grab and Foodpanda dominate.
Asia‑Pacific airports rework strategies to lift retail sales
They are changing tenant mix and checkout systems to capture higher‑yield spending.
Vietnam retailers see margins squeezed as expansion masks loss-making units
Fragmented data and systems prevent leaders from seeing the full financial picture.
How can Chinese consumer brands reset global expansion playbooks?
Overseas markets are becoming key to growth rather than peripheral add-ons.
Vietnam consumers hold back spending despite 8% GDP growth
Rising living costs and global uncertainties are influencing how they spend.
Global brands accept high costs as gateway strategy squeezes local shops
International operators arrive with established digital marketing capabilities and supply chains.
How are Australian retailers responding to ultra‑cheap marketplaces?
Weaker players are being forced to change operating models, or risk further declines.
Central Retail Vietnam revamps supply chain to cut empty shelves
Products must reach shelves consistently, on time, and at the right quality.
How can footwear and apparel brands fix inventory mismatches?
Global stockouts and overstocks cost retailers about $1.8t each year.
Merchandisers turn to trendspotting as AI runs numbers
Humans now set rules and guide AI to protect brand value and pricing.
Aligning channels key to capturing discerning Filipino shoppers in 2026
Price, promotion, and shelf visibility are critical levers.
Indoor gardens and rooftop sports highlight SM Supermalls’ next phase
The retail giant plans to invest ₱150b by 2030 in new malls and upgraded experiences.
DTI pushes logistics reforms as supply chain bottlenecks risk retail operations
Supply chain weaknesses directly impact product availability and operations.
Hyper-connected Filipinos drive omnichannel shift and personalised experiences
Gatherings and community influence buying behavior.
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