Jaleen Ramos
Shenzhen tourists spur Hong Kong retail demand
Shenzhen tourists spur Hong Kong retail demand
A more lenient entry policy is benefiting tourism-related sectors.
Thai brands turn to influencers to create buzz, boost profit
Local businesses are under pressure to compete with Temu, Shein, and TikTok Shop.
More Southeast Asian retailers eye self-checkout
Young customers and high smartphone penetration are driving the trend.
H&M hires local influencers to boost marketing in Asia
The Swedish retailer is harnessing K-pop, whose influence on global fashion is undeniable.
How can luxury brands overcome a Chinese slowdown?
Economic instability and declining property values are driving the downturn.
Singapore’s in-store cafés may soon reach their limit
If every retailer has its own café, it becomes just part of the crowd.
Japan’s beauty industry fights online fakes with blockchain
Smart packaging helps ensure that consumers are buying the real thing.
Retailers need more than personalised service to make the cut
Consumers are becoming less tolerant of generic and inauthentic customised experience.
Philippine malls lure shoppers with complete holiday experience
Customers are expected to visit after office hours and stay late into the evenings.
Samsonite harnesses data to boost sales
The US luggage maker is boosting its online channel to drive revenue across Southeast Asia.
Hyper-personalised shopping rules in Southeast Asia
Data and analytics allow brands to optimise customer experience both online and in-store.
SSI Group boosts investment in unified retail
The company, which sells brands like Hermes and Cartier, is refining its omnichannel space.
Asia-Pacific retailers tap subscribers to drive growth
Subscription services are a constant source of revenue during a downturn.
Chinese fine dining finds its next course in Singapore
The city-state’s high spending power and big Chinese commune make it an ideal entry point.
Raffles City reinvents itself with experiential retail
The mall has revamped 111,000 sq ft of retail space as part of a major redesign.
China to drive Asia’s retail growth
It is expected to account for 60% of the region’s consumption in the next decade.
TikTok ‘shoppertainment’ drives mega-sale hit
Videos on the platform are used not just to entertain but also to drive e-commerce.
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