In recent years, Hainan has commanded the openings of premier hotels, golf courses, five-star dining establishments and premier retail destinations that integrate the duty-free and duty-paid sectors.…
.
Your one-stop source for retail intelligence in Asia
Why investing in e-commerce development in emerging markets matters
Emerging markets are home to over 86 percent of the global population – totalling 6.8 billion people in 2022. This represents a large and dynamic consumer base, much of which remains untapped. …
Special report: Vietnam’s retail landscape at a glance
Projections indicate that by 2035, more than half of the Vietnamese population will join the global middle class, contributing a boost in disposable income and a significant surge in consumption. This…
What businesses need to know about Hong Kong’s changing retail landscape
Hong Kong’s retail rents are predicted to remain below their previous highs for the next five years due to several challenges, per a report by JLL. To accelerate the recovery […]…
APAC food and beverage brands lean on nostalgia marketing amid turbulent times
Due to geopolitical tensions, climate change, the cost-of-living crisis, and economic uncertainty, throwback marketing strategies are appealing to consumers, in light of the growing apprehensions, acc…
Breathing life into Gen AI-powered brand communications with verbal strategy
With the rise of Gen AI, brands must not overlook the importance of verbal strategy to ensure their content marketing is purposeful and human centric.…
Singapore shoppers want better personalisation, more transparency with AI while shopping
Concerns are increasing over the increased use of artificial intelligence (AI) when shopping, with the majority of Singaporeans saying that it is important to know if they are communicating with AI or…
Opinion: To win in Southeast Asia, retailers must crack the payments code
With its strategic location, rapidly growing economy, and leading rates of digital penetration, Southeast Asia is simmering with potential. But along with major growth opportunities, the region also c…
Opinion: The path to retail triumph in Asia’s progressive markets? Embracing purpose
As consumer expectations continue to evolve, driven by values and social consciousness, purpose-driven marketing has taken centre stage, offering brands the opportunity to connect with their audience …
The promise of the Philippines: A retail success story
Retail in the Philippines has been showing great promise, with players encouraged by its high growth rate across various retail categories, particularly true in luxury goods, with the Philippines set …