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APAC tax-free shopping records strong recovery in December 2023

The recovery rate during the month stood at 151%.

APAC tax-free shopping records strong recovery in December 2023

The recovery rate during the month stood at 151%.

Puig buys majority stake in cosmetics brand Dr. Barbara Sturm

Sturm will retain a minority stake and remain as the company’s brand ambassador.

Pottery Barn Kids inks exclusive partnership with Aerin

The deal includes the first and only children’s home furnishings collection for both entities.

FedEx to launch first-ever data-driven commerce platform fdx

The e-commerce leader is the first company to connect the entire customer journey.

Victoria's Secret adopts AI for enhanced shopping experience

One of the features includes the use of a chatbot.

How life at home will look like in 2030: IKEA

The Swedish retailer included the AI-generated images for the tenth edition of IKEA Life at Home.

Wolverine World Wide sells Sperry to Authentic Brands, ALDO

The sale of the shoe brand became official on 10 January 2024.

Coupang extends support to SMEs with support to local communities

Programmes that support SMEs include the “Good Store” webpage and private label brands.

M&S Food, nutrition science firm partner to launch products for gut health

Part of the collaboration is the introduction of the M&S Food x ZOE Gut Shot.

Here's how LVMH Group achieves creative circularity goals under LIFE 360 plan

The group has offered circular services with a specialised team of repairers.

Modern grocery sector could leverage small-format stores to drive growth

Small-format stores attract consumers due to their proximity.

L'OCCITANE Group appoints Laurent Marteau as new Group CEO

He will succeed André J. Hoffmann who served as acting CEO and Vice Chairman.

How can retailers thrive in the omnichannel landscape?

Personalisation and consistency, amongst others, remain crucial in the omnichannel strategy.

7 trends that shape the retail industry

Brands continue to set their footprint across channels, and are adopting AI and sustainability, amongst others, in their operations.

Shift to modern grocery consumption slows down

This trend, however, is not observed in Malaysia and Thailand.

New York-based Fresh2 Group acquires food e-commerce platform Youfood Group Inc.

The acquisition will help broaden Fresh2’s network over Asia and South America.

Nearly half of SHEIN users are unfamiliar of circularity, despite popularity

62% of respondents revealed to be using the same SHEIN items over 10 items.