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Love, Bonito to ‘double down’ expansion in key Asian markets
This includes Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Hong Kong. 
Amazon Australia expands International offerings
It added over 4 million new products from Japan.
Seven in 10 consumers want personalised discounts from favourite shops
The majority said they will download apps for rewards.
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.

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香港历史开奖结果2023+开奖记录
CEO Djohan Sutanto makes sure EAL goes beyond retail to fostering communities and offering an immersive omnichannel shopping experience.
Stores Opportunity knocks with ‘premiumisation’ of Southeast Asia’s middle class
Unilever leads the way in catering to the region’s 250-million strong middle class and their stronger purchasing power. 
Stores Philippines yet to feel impact of lower capitalisation for foreign retailers
Law setting minimal required investment may attract not the big retailers but small and medium-scale foreign businesses.
E-commerce Shopping campaigns may be a key to saving amidst rising prices
Shopee reported its users saved US$1.7b on groceries and essentials in 2022. 
Stores Localism rises amongst Indian consumers
Local products offer better value for money and are more in line with consumers’ priorities.
Fashion Fashion firms in China spur growth with direct-to-consumer model
PwC reveals how the DTC model leverages digital technology to deliver more personalised products, services, and experiences to new-age consumers.
Stores Brick-and-mortar stores catch up as spending shifts from online to offline
More than 71% of retailers in Asia Pacific plan to expand or add new stores in 2023, according to CBRE retail survey. 

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Love, Bonito to ‘double down’ expansion in key Asian markets
This includes Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Hong Kong. 
Amazon Australia expands International offerings
It added over 4 million new products from Japan.
Seven in 10 consumers want personalised discounts from favourite shops
The majority said they will download apps for rewards.
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.

Exclusives

香港历史开奖结果2023+开奖记录
CEO Djohan Sutanto makes sure EAL goes beyond retail to fostering communities and offering an immersive omnichannel shopping experience.
Stores Opportunity knocks with ‘premiumisation’ of Southeast Asia’s middle class
Unilever leads the way in catering to the region’s 250-million strong middle class and their stronger purchasing power. 
Stores Philippines yet to feel impact of lower capitalisation for foreign retailers
Law setting minimal required investment may attract not the big retailers but small and medium-scale foreign businesses.
E-commerce Shopping campaigns may be a key to saving amidst rising prices
Shopee reported its users saved US$1.7b on groceries and essentials in 2022. 
Stores Localism rises amongst Indian consumers
Local products offer better value for money and are more in line with consumers’ priorities.
Fashion Fashion firms in China spur growth with direct-to-consumer model
PwC reveals how the DTC model leverages digital technology to deliver more personalised products, services, and experiences to new-age consumers.
Stores Brick-and-mortar stores catch up as spending shifts from online to offline
More than 71% of retailers in Asia Pacific plan to expand or add new stores in 2023, according to CBRE retail survey. 

Join the Retail Asia community