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.
13 briefings published
Asia Market Guides · week of 5 Oct 2026
Entering Southeast Asian markets requires careful consideration of local regulations, operational complexities, and potential political sensitivities that can impact business stability and growth.
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Asia Market Guides · week of 28 Sept 2026
Indonesia's retail environment is shaped by significant digital transaction growth, increasing cyber threats, and dynamic financial liquidity, requiring careful market entry strategies.
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Retail Operations · week of 28 Sept 2026
Asian retail operations face increasing pressures from supply chain disruptions, economic shifts, and evolving consumer demands, requiring strategic adjustments in logistics, pricing, and market expan
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Retail Operations · week of 21 Sept 2026
Expanding physical retail presence in Asia requires careful consideration of market entry, store format, and operational integration to achieve sustainable growth.
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Retail Toolkit · week of 21 Sept 2026
This guide outlines key considerations for retail expansion, focusing on international market entry, brand adaptation, and operational strategies based on recent industry developments.
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Retail Toolkit · week of 14 Sept 2026
Artificial intelligence offers retailers tools for efficiency and innovation, but also presents significant risks related to data security, consumer trust, and operational integrity.
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Retail Leadership · week of 14 Sept 2026
This explainer examines recent retail activities to highlight key considerations for market expansion, capital deployment, and ownership structures, providing durable insights for strategic decision-m
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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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