APAC

Fast Retailing leverages LifeWear brand with sustainable identity

Initiatives include recycling UNIQLO products and launching diversified resources.

Starbucks introduces 'reinvention' strategy

With a significant growth this year, 2024 earnings is projected to grow by 15% to 20%

NFTs still promising for brands, despite rise and fall of hype: report

Major sectors, like sports and luxury, continue to develop NFT-backed applications.

SHEIN, Authentic Brands strike collaboration with Forever 21

The partnership will set up the Forever 21 x SHEIN collection to all SHEIN platforms.

Soft drinks industry uses AI for new flavours

AI is also used to optimise the operations of the industry.

RSM's David Eu delves into FMCG challenges, sustainability, and innovation in Asia

Gain valuable perspectives on how the dynamic FMCG sector is adapting to the ever-changing market landscape.

PwC’s Neil Sutton emphasises understanding business’ core value, impact on M&A valuation in the digital era

Gain a deeper understanding of how companies are adapting to changing consumer demands and aligning their strategies with the rapidly shifting FMCG sector.

Why retailers should pick up the pace of AI adoption

Analysts said they will run the risk of lagging in the market and suffering higher costs.

Persistent habits, digitalisation drive continuous e-commerce growth in APAC

Euromonitor reports that e-commerce operators dominated its Top 10 Fastest-Growing Retailers list in the region.

Food inflation concerning for South and Southeast Asia in 2024

El Niño will impact the production of rice, coffee, and cocoa.

How APAC retailers can prepare for high foot traffic during the holidays

Seasonal hiring, labour optimisation, and inventory management are huge factors for a retailer’s success during loaded shopping periods.

Value over money matters for consumers: Mintel

Consumers are willing to increase spending for more quality products

Consumers seek human connections amidst growing AI adoption: report

Brands will seek out unique human elements as a contrast to faceless algorithms.

Around 2 in 5 APAC consumers always use social media for inspiration, purchases

Consumers from China and Thailand lead the regular social media use for transactions.

Travel retail recovery possible despite 29% average spend drop in 2022

Passenger volumes saw a marginal improvement by 75% of 2019 levels.