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Macroeconomic uncertainty remains biggest challenge for retailers

The retail sector has been undergoing a significant transformation, particularly in the Asian markets where stores are integrating innovative designs and technology-driven features.

Macroeconomic uncertainty remains biggest challenge for retailers

The retail sector has been undergoing a significant transformation, particularly in the Asian markets where stores are integrating innovative designs and technology-driven features.

Skincare dominates luxury beauty market in Southeast Asia

The luxury beauty market in Southeast Asia and India is experiencing rapid growth, propelled by increasing GDP per capita and a surge in consumer interest in luxury brands.

Time on shopping apps to reach 26.6 billion hours due to holidays

Data.ai’s figures also showed that this is a 6% increase compared to the past quarter.

The majority of SEA consumers will go on a hybrid holiday shopping setup

A study showed that 81% choose mobile for their shopping purchase.

Food inflation concerning for South and Southeast Asia in 2024

El Niño will impact the production of rice, coffee, and cocoa.

How e-commerce starts a new chapter in Southeast Asia

The region will experience a market value of $211b and a growth rate of 22% by 2025.

Fashion supply may face shortfall from extreme weather: report

Several manufacturers may face a 22% shortfall, missing out on US$65 billion in export earnings.

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.

Taiwan’s PopChill acquires US$1.9m investment for Hong Kong expansion

The luxury platform sustains a 10% growth every month, with volume surpassing $1m.

Lazada launches sustainability training to Indonesian retailers

Lazada's logistics business unit invited over 30 retailers for the six-month course.

Thailand’s Tanachira Retail debuts on Thai stock exchange

Its net profit reached US$1.95m in H1 2023, up 88.14% from last year.

Southeast Asia, India are ‘next gold rush’ for luxury beauty brands

The luxury beauty markets in the markets will reach $7.6b by 2026.

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.

Relationship Renaissance: Consumers want new intimacy forms

Brands can help consumers in finding points for connection.