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Health and beauty industry in APAC to grow 4.7% annually

This is largely driven by improving macroeconomic conditions amongst others. 

Health and beauty industry in APAC to grow 4.7% annually

This is largely driven by improving macroeconomic conditions amongst others. 

Australia’s RFG names new CEO

Matthew Marshall’s appointment will take effect on 1 July.

LVMH partners with Fortnite creator for an immersive experience

It will allow LVMH and its Maisons to offer virtual fitting rooms and augmented reality.

Health and beauty brand Watsons opened 1,400 stores in Asia since 2019

Watsons most recently opened its 700th store in Malaysia.

TikTok invests $12.2m to support SMBs in Southeast Asia

The amount will benefit around 120,000 small businesses in the region.

Alibaba.com inks MOI with IMDA, EnterpriseSG to help SMEs export

A dedicated Singapore pavilion will be allotted on Alibaba.com’s homepage.

TikTok to launch e-commerce training for Heartlands shops

This is part of its $16.3m investments to boost Southeast Asian small businesses.

Singaporean shoppers adapt online-offline shopping approach

Over half would check and compare prices online, and purchase products via physical stores.

Unilever seizes opportunity in SEA’s burgeoning middle class

The company grows personal care products based on consumer trends, unique strategies, and the evolving regional market.

Why Singaporeans abandon their carts online

They do not proceed with their checkout due to delivery concerns, amongst others.

Subway inks largest master franchise deal for China expansion

The deal with FRS will involve the opening of over 4,000 restaurants.

Nike, EA SPORTS partner to bring new experiences for .SWOOSH members

EA SPORTS experience in.SWOOSH will be available in the coming months.

SHEIN launches sustainability plans in evoluSHEIN roadmap 

The Roadmap outlined nine key priorities under three pillars–People, Planet, and Process. 

Amazon raises western Australia footprint by 60%

The company will be opening a new fulfilment centre to meet growing customer demand. 

Lazada launches AI chatbot LazzieChat in Southeast Asia

The service is currently available in Singapore, the Philippines, and Indonesia. 

Reliance Consumer buys 51% stake in Lotus Chocolate

The aggregate consideration stood at INR74 crore.

Pride month campaigns should come with ‘active’ LGBTQ+ support

Logo changes are perceived as “shallow” publicity stunt.