APAC

Why social media is the new marketing frontier

The overall time spent on social media in the region increased by 66.13% to 82.9% over the past year.

Why social media is the new marketing frontier

The overall time spent on social media in the region increased by 66.13% to 82.9% over the past year.

IKEA joins Partnership on AI to promote ethical AI development

The company recently launched an AI and Data Literacy initiative to educate its workforce.

How can real estate owners capitalise on experiential retail?

Experiential retailers require high-traffic locations due to their high capital demands.

Sustainability takes a hit as CEOs prioritise AI and inflation

About 30% of companies are struggling to meet their existing sustainability commitments.

Three key trends driving Asia-Pacific e-commerce

Asia-Pacific consumers are leading the charge in social media shopping.

Seven & i Holdings rejects $38.5b takeover offer from Couche-Tard

Couche-Tard's offer was priced at $14.86 per share.

TOM FORD names Haider Ackermann as creative director

He will lead the creative direction for all TOM FORD fashion categories.

ASOS sells 75% stake in Topshop and Topman to Heartland

This is part of ASOS' broader refinancing efforts.

Rising interest in women’s sports boosts sportswear sales

This trend is fueled by high-profile events like the FIFA Women’s World Cup and WNBA games.

Dior taps former Miu Miu CEO as managing director

Petruzzo will oversee Dior’s product and supply chain teams. 

APAC automotive cameras market set to grow 4.2% annually

The market is expected to reach 323.0 million units by 2029.

MINISO launches $256m share repurchase program

The repurchases will be funded using surplus cash on MINISO’s balance sheet. 

UNIQLO appoints Clare Waight Keller as creative director

She will now oversee both the UNIQLO mainline collection and menswear starting Fall/Winter 2024.

Longevity trends reshape APAC consumer priorities

In Indonesia, 55% of consumers prioritise nutrition in their food choices.

How can retailers scale gen AI?

Only two of 52 Fortune 500 retail companies have fully unlocked the technology’s value.

Balmain ventures into beauty with fragrance line

It will feature an eight all-gender eaux de parfum.