Australia has achieved the World Health Organization’s (WHO) sugar guidelines that suggest keeping sugar below 10% of daily energy intake. The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveals that the country has reduced its consumption of sugar from food and…
Retailers in Asia are embracing the revolution of social commerce, with platforms like TikTok leading the charge in transforming shopping habits across the region. A recent report from the social media giant revealed an astonishing statistic: over 70% of…
As the retail landscape in Asia continues to evolve, a new wave of technology is redefining how consumers engage with brands. A recent report from tech analysts reveals that immersive shopping experiences, powered by augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality…
As the retail landscape continues to evolve rapidly in Asia, businesses are gearing up for the challenges and opportunities ahead. With consumer behavior shifting toward digital channels and a preference for personalized shopping experiences, retailers are…
China’s credit and charge card payments market is gearing up for a rebound, with a projected growth of 2.4%, potentially reaching an impressive CNY38.4 trillion (approximately $5.3 trillion) by 2025. This forecast comes from GlobalData, a leading data and…
The Asian retail landscape is witnessing a paradigm shift, thanks to the intriguing rise of omnichannel retailing. Retailers across the region are scrambling to cater to the modern consumer, who seamlessly blends online shopping with in-store experiences.…
China’s retail landscape continues to shift, thanks in part to the rapid rise of influencer marketing and e-commerce innovations. The impact of social media influencers on consumer behavior is shaping how brands connect with the younger demographic, pushing…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries across Asia through generative content, intelligent automation, and rapid decision-making. However, this swift advancement also exposes enterprises to an alarming surge in cyber threats. The Alarming…
With the global retail landscape evolving at breakneck speed, Asia continues to emerge as a hotbed of innovation and consumer engagement. Major players are adapting creatively, guided by rapidly shifting consumer preferences, which reflect broader societal…
In the face of a tumultuous global economic landscape, Asia’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) market demonstrated resilience in the first quarter of 2025, expanding by 2.8% year-on-year. The growth was primarily fueled by robust performances in the food,…
In a worrying trend, hackers are escalating their tactics by targeting organizations across Europe and the Americas, employing social engineering to install a modified version of a legitimate data import tool. This seemingly innocuous application opens the…
Whether you call them hong bao, ang bao or lai see, the ubiquitous red packets are an indelible part of every Chinese New Year for millions of people throughout Asia and other parts of the world. Giving and receiving these gifts of money are born of a…
Asia Pacific is the fastest-growing region. The global paper packaging market is set to soar from $416.1 billion in 2025 to a staggering $527.1 billion by 2030, boasting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8%. A new report from The Research Insights…
Retail News has gathered all the latest buzz from the retail sector, and it’s alive with exciting developments. Here’s what’s making waves. Retail Giants Adapt to Evolving Consumer Trends In a rapidly changing market, retail giants are not just keeping up;…
In a dynamic retail landscape where consumer preferences can shift at a moment’s notice, companies are continually seeking innovative ways to engage their audience. The latest trend captivating the market is the rise of experiential commerce, a blend of…
Scams are on the rise in Malaysia, with Ninja Van reporting over 17,000 parcel scam incidents last year alone. The most common of these scams involved cash-on-delivery schemes, where unsuspecting consumers paid for items they never ordered, as detailed by the…
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