Retail Asia

6 in 10 Gen Zs prioritise user experience, trustworthy reviews
Over 75% rely on reviews and customer service when shopping.
Millennials, Gen Z drive surge in demand for RTD iced coffee
Approximately two billion cups of coffee are reportedly consumed globally each day. 
Carousell’s REFASH launches in Hong Kong
This marks the brand’s expansion beyond its over 20 stores in Singapore and Malaysia.
Metro Retail profit down 32.6% to $2.9m in 2023
The company’s sales reached $671m (P38.3b) during the same period.
Carlsberg Asia, Grab partner to elevate beer consumption experience
The strategic partnership will initiate awareness and promotional campaigns in Cambodia, Malaysia, Myanmar, and Singapore.
Levi's opens first store in Dhaka, Bangladesh
It also plans to expand further across the country, including opening stores in Chittagong.
Brandon Park Shopping Centre in Melbourne up for sale
It boasts a total lettable area of 23,038 square metres.
APAC retail leasing enquiries surge in Q1 2024: report

Japan has seen the most significant improvement in retail leasing sentiment.
Experience-oriented retailers drive leasing activity
Some brands are engaging customers through various marketing campaigns like pop-ups, exhibitions, and co-branded activities.
Fruitas completes $4m corporate notes placement
Proceeds will support working capital and general corporate needs.
How digital transformation is impacting consumer, retail sectors
Defining value in digital transformation strategies is considered crucial.
Neal Reed named as senior vice president and managing director for P&G ANZ
He succeeds Kumar Venkatasubramanian, who is moving to lead P&G's business in India.
Global personal luxury market projected to reach $606b by 2030
China is also anticipated to become the world's largest luxury market.
Levi's reopens store in Bangkok
The expanded store now stands as the largest Levi's outlet in Southeast Asia.
Sephora taps Xia Ding as managing director of Greater China
She will report directly to Alia Gogi, the president of Sephora Asia.

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Stores Brand-building for Unilever International goes beyond consumer care
The brand’s innovative practices benefit both consumers and workers.
Stores Rise of minimarts compels large-format stores to rethink growth strategy
Their focus should shift towards customer density instead of store scale.
Alfamart’s rapid expansion never overtakes quality service
With 19,087 across Indonesia and 1,680 more in the Philippines, the minimarket operator marks 25 years as a top choice for shopping.
AEON Mall Indonesia lords over the shopping experience in suburban areas
The fifth AEON mall opening in Deltamas City in March 2024 will be the largest in Southeast Asia.
MST Golf redefines the golf retail landscape in Indonesia
ERAL executive believes partnership will drive golfing lifestyle across Asia.
Co-Written / Partner Treasuring Evelyn B. Salire’s legacy — be Alive, Ablaze & Active
Her 29-year leadership transformed the Philippines Retailers Association into a modern, responsive retail powerhouse.
GrandLucky Superstore leverages customer insights to curate its products
The superstore now operates in seven locations across Indonesia.

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6 in 10 Gen Zs prioritise user experience, trustworthy reviews
Over 75% rely on reviews and customer service when shopping.
Millennials, Gen Z drive surge in demand for RTD iced coffee
Approximately two billion cups of coffee are reportedly consumed globally each day. 
Carousell’s REFASH launches in Hong Kong
This marks the brand’s expansion beyond its over 20 stores in Singapore and Malaysia.
Metro Retail profit down 32.6% to $2.9m in 2023
The company’s sales reached $671m (P38.3b) during the same period.
Carlsberg Asia, Grab partner to elevate beer consumption experience
The strategic partnership will initiate awareness and promotional campaigns in Cambodia, Malaysia, Myanmar, and Singapore.
Levi's opens first store in Dhaka, Bangladesh
It also plans to expand further across the country, including opening stores in Chittagong.
Brandon Park Shopping Centre in Melbourne up for sale
It boasts a total lettable area of 23,038 square metres.
APAC retail leasing enquiries surge in Q1 2024: report

Japan has seen the most significant improvement in retail leasing sentiment.
Experience-oriented retailers drive leasing activity
Some brands are engaging customers through various marketing campaigns like pop-ups, exhibitions, and co-branded activities.
Fruitas completes $4m corporate notes placement
Proceeds will support working capital and general corporate needs.
How digital transformation is impacting consumer, retail sectors
Defining value in digital transformation strategies is considered crucial.
Neal Reed named as senior vice president and managing director for P&G ANZ
He succeeds Kumar Venkatasubramanian, who is moving to lead P&G's business in India.
Global personal luxury market projected to reach $606b by 2030
China is also anticipated to become the world's largest luxury market.
Levi's reopens store in Bangkok
The expanded store now stands as the largest Levi's outlet in Southeast Asia.
Sephora taps Xia Ding as managing director of Greater China
She will report directly to Alia Gogi, the president of Sephora Asia.

Exclusives

Stores Brand-building for Unilever International goes beyond consumer care
The brand’s innovative practices benefit both consumers and workers.
Stores Rise of minimarts compels large-format stores to rethink growth strategy
Their focus should shift towards customer density instead of store scale.
Alfamart’s rapid expansion never overtakes quality service
With 19,087 across Indonesia and 1,680 more in the Philippines, the minimarket operator marks 25 years as a top choice for shopping.
AEON Mall Indonesia lords over the shopping experience in suburban areas
The fifth AEON mall opening in Deltamas City in March 2024 will be the largest in Southeast Asia.
MST Golf redefines the golf retail landscape in Indonesia
ERAL executive believes partnership will drive golfing lifestyle across Asia.
Co-Written / Partner Treasuring Evelyn B. Salire’s legacy — be Alive, Ablaze & Active
Her 29-year leadership transformed the Philippines Retailers Association into a modern, responsive retail powerhouse.
GrandLucky Superstore leverages customer insights to curate its products
The superstore now operates in seven locations across Indonesia.

Join the Retail Asia community