APAC
Retail Asia Awards 2024 opens nominations for standout retail projects, initiatives
Retail Asia Awards 2024 opens nominations for standout retail projects, initiatives
The awards programme is now in its 18th year.
Nearly three-quarters of APAC retailers struggling from omnichannel squeeze
One of the challenges they face is reducing shrinkage.
Fast Retailing leverages LifeWear brand with sustainable identity
Initiatives include recycling UNIQLO products and launching diversified resources.
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.