Singapore

eGSS participants start promoting deals at their eCommerce stores.

And women’s retailer J. Jill has days to avoid bankruptcy. From CNBC:

The kiosk offers a full range of products.

The iconic Great Singapore Sale (GSS) goes online this year as the retail industry creates a “new normal” shopping experience amid the COVID-19 pandemic. This may well be a sign of more disruption to come as consumer habits evolve and retailers recalibrate their business strategies.

It employs a triple-layer structure, and is machine washable.

Flash vouchers of up to $118 can be redeemed every Monday.

LazLive is its in-app live streaming feature which allows users to interact in real time.

It will be available in stores and through delivery.

Over 10,000 brands have enrolled in its Project Zero.

Its outlet and mall management segment saw lower fixed and variable rental income.

And here are the recent shifts in India’s spending habits.

As consumers expect retail omnipresence, traditional shops will evolve to offer services beyond retail.

Tourist arrivals are unlikely to grow in the coming months.

Department stores saw the largest drop in sales.

Around the world, major sale events like Singles’ Day, Black Friday, Cyber Monday and many others have delighted consumers and drove massive spending behaviour. Lured by the prospect of major savings on marquee brands, we have all at one point frantically clicked to add items to our online carts. In Asia Pacific, Singles’ Day in particular has reshaped the region’s eCommerce landscape and increased the prominence of online retailers. A major worldwide shopping festival turned cultural phenomenon, Singles’ Day and similar spinoffs (9.9 sale, 10.10 sale and 12.12 sale) have helped to catalyse the region’s shift towards eCommerce, luring consumers online with attractive promotions, steep discounts, and offers that are just too good to pass up.

The company saw elevated consumer demand in Q2.