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China’s FMCG sustains rebound in Q1: report

Bain & Company reported a value growth of 1.9% in the first quarter of the year. 

China’s FMCG sustains rebound in Q1: report

Bain & Company reported a value growth of 1.9% in the first quarter of the year. 

Over half of SG retailers prioritise expanding sales channels

They should focus on solving cart abandonment issues to avoid losing customers.

Around 64% of consumers likely to engage with brands collecting data directly

Consumers are more careful in sharing data with third-party collectors.

What drives APAC Gen Zs consumer behaviour

WGSN identified five pillars that Gen Zs prioritise.

Philippine retail shows recovery and embraces omni-channel strategies

The Philippine Retail Association says 113 million population assures industry growth in the short to medium term.

Around 4 in 5 Singaporeans still shop for groceries online post-pandemic

Trustworthiness was amongst the factors for shopping for groceries online.

Fashion firms in China spur growth with direct-to-consumer model

PwC reveals how the DTC model leverages digital technology to deliver more personalised products, services, and experiences to new-age consumers.

China leads new stores opening in 2022

The country accounted for 41% of all stores that opened last year.

Australians prefer in-store retail due to digital shopping fatigue

Around 3 in 5 Australians want in-store retail therapy.

Alternative payments account for 43.3% of e-commerce purchases in Hong Kong

Over 90% of Hong Kong consumers have shopped online over the past 6 months.

Gen Zs can help turn inflation into opportunity: KPMG

Promotional strategies must be reset to attract 600 million Gen Zs through digital and human consumer experiences.

How much shoppers in Southeast Asia save through mega sales 

Shopee’s campaigns allow consumers to save on groceries and essentials. 

Most consumers in Saudi Arabia use cards to shop online

The e-commerce market is expected to reach $15.7b, GlobalData reported. 

How the new generation of Malaysian consumers shop online

Shoppers look for pre-loved, warehouse clearance, and demo unit items.

More Taiwanese online shoppers are using alternative payment methods

Over 25% of online buys were paid through alternative payment methods, GlobalData reported. 

How cosmetics brands in India could gain consumer loyalty?

GlobalData suggested that brands highlight their stance on equality issues.