Every Monday
Every week we take one theme out of our reporting and turn it into a reference piece: what happened, what it changes for operators, and what to watch. The track rotates, so operations, markets, leadership and the toolkit each gain a piece every month.
6 briefings published
Retail Leadership · week of 7 Sept 2026
Retailers are increasingly adopting direct-to-consumer models, moving away from traditional wholesale to gain control over brand experience, unit economics, and market expansion.
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Asia Market Guides · week of 7 Sept 2026
Philippine retailers face challenges from tax-exempt cross-border parcels and are adapting by expanding physical footprints and exploring direct-to-consumer models.
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Asia Market Guides · week of 31 Aug 2026
Southeast Asia's e-commerce landscape is evolving rapidly, marked by increasing regulatory scrutiny, particularly in Malaysia, and the significant rise of video commerce across the region.
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Retail Operations · week of 31 Aug 2026
Asian retail operations are increasingly shaped by rapid e-commerce growth, evolving consumer behaviours, and the strategic adoption of digital tools to enhance efficiency and reach.
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Retail Toolkit · week of 24 Aug 2026
This explainer details how retailers are integrating AI across operations and pursuing international growth, drawing insights from recent industry developments.
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Retail Leadership · week of 17 Aug 2026
This explainer examines current retail expansion strategies in Asia, focusing on market entry, capital deployment, and adaptation to diverse consumer demands, drawing insights from recent regional dev
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