Business
Retail Asia
Driving the shift to electric vehicles
With strong government support, a growing charging network, and lifestyle-centred services from Performance Motors, switching to an electric vehicle in Singapore has never been easier.
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BIRKENSTOCK celebrates 250-year legacy
Marking its 250 years of timeless craftsmanship, BIRKENSTOCK celebrates its legacy with a global travelling exhibition and the launch of its nature-powered CARE ESSENTIALS.
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Empowering everyday lives: MR.D.I.Y. Indonesia's path forward in 2025
The company drives growth through store expansion, smart curation, and community-driven inspiration.
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Singapore retailers bypass stores to expand through Shopee and Lazada
Selling on these online platforms is significantly cheaper than setting up physical stores.
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Younger shoppers push Southeast Asia towards self-service
More retailers in Southeast Asia are investing in self-checkout counters to streamline operations, a trend that is driven by factors such as young consumers who demand faster and more autonomous shopping, apart from labour shortages and rising wage concerns.
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Watsons Singapore crowned Health & Beauty Retailer of the Year for the fifth consecutive year
Retail Asia Awards 2025 honours Watsons' excellence, innovation, and impact.
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ION Orchard: Where luxury, culture and innovation converge
Singapore's premier lifestyle destination leads in retail innovation, experiential storytelling, and exclusive brand partnerships.
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RETAILERS BET ON PRIVATE LABELS FOR GROWTH
Private label products are driving significant growth in the global fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, accounting for nearly 8% of global sales growth over the past year, according to NIQ.
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CelcomDigi Berhad takes home two accolades at Retail Asia Awards 2025
The company won Telecommunications Retailer of the Year - Malaysia and Innovation Team of the Year - Malaysia for harmonising distinct retail networks.
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Cutesy toys need to imprint on humans to be effective
The emotional connection must create loyalty that outlasts the campaign itself.
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Blind box craze unwraps surprise revenue streams for non-toy retailers
Fashion and beauty products can also benefit from the 'mystery.'
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Rebranding pays off: AZKO wins Marketing Initiative of the Year - Indonesia at Retail Asia Awards 2025
It has achieved an impressive 265% growth in omnichannel sales and a 32% growth in impressions.
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SM Supermalls taps cleaning robots in modernisation push
SM Supermalls is ramping up its investment in technology, including using cleaning robots and self-checkout counters, to improve efficiency and the experience of shoppers, who continue to frequent brick-and-mortar stores despite rapid e-commerce growth.
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Uniqlo Singapore pilots mini outlet store for busy urban shoppers
The Touchpoint concept store is located directly above an MRT station.
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Jollibee expands reach past diaspora markets
System-wide sales growth in foreign countries has overtaken local expansion.
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Blind box craze unwraps surprise revenue streams for non-toy retailers
Fashion and beauty products can also benefit from the 'mystery.'
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Rakuten uses autonomous robots to boost last-mile delivery
Rakuten Group, Inc. is ramping up its autonomous delivery service with advanced robots from US-based Avride to improve last-mile logistics in Japan.
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Outstanding retail companies, innovations lauded at Retail Asia Awards
The Asia-Pacific retail industry remains a driving force of economic growth and innovation, with top leaders playing a key role in accelerating this transformation. Renowned for its commitment to recognising standout achievements, innovations, and best practices, the Retail Asia Awards 2025 once again honoured the most impactful players across the retail landscape in the region.
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Reimagining retail: Singtel takes home two accolades at Retail Asia Awards 2025
Singtel's double win at the Retail Asia Awards 2025 signals a new era in telco retail.
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Levi's banks on 'North Star' of Asia to drive growth
Premiumisation has allowed its Japan unit to post the fastest growth in the region.
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THE CHARTIST: HOW CAN THE SPORTING GOODS INDUSTRY TURN INACTIVITY INTO OPPORTUNITY?
Rising physical inactivity presents both a risk and an opportunity for the global sporting goods industry, whose growth is expected to slow to 6% from 2024 to 2029 as consumers reevaluate discretionary spending amidst rising prices.
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Lotus's triumphs at Retail Asia Awards 2025
It was recognised in the Domestic Retailer of the Year - Thailand, Hypermarket of the Year - Thailand, and Influencer Marketing Campaign of the Year - Thailand categories.
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SK Jewellery Group clinches two major wins at the Retail Asia Awards 2025
With a growing regional footprint and strides in innovation, the brand continues to reshape jewellery retail.
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Yum China trains staff with in-house Al tools
Its SuperBrain helps managers forecast sales and schedule shifts efficiently.
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How Premium Nexus is transforming Mongolia's retail market through CU
Chinzorig.G, Deputy CEO of Premium Nexus, discusses how the company is revolutionizing the Mongolian retail sector and enhancing the lives of consumers.
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YouTube pushes into video retail to rival TikTok
YouTube has teamed up with Shopee to let creators in Singapore earn money by promoting Shopee products in their videos to drive sales, as the tandem tries to unseat TikTok as the region's video shopping leader.
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Eurokars Group: Four decades of automotive passion and unparalleled excellence
Driven by passion and values, Eurokars Group has grown over the years from a niche sports car retailer to a regional multi-franchise automotive conglomerate.
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Saigon Beer Alcohol Beverage Corporation lauded at FMCG Asia Awards 2024
It has leveraged innovative technology to create an immersive customer experience.
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CP AXTRA-Makro triumphs at Retail Asia Awards 2025
It was honoured for improvements to its shopping platform, Disney-themed customer experience, and \"Platform of Opportunity\".
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CJ Olive Young woos tourists in search of K-beauty's famous 'glass skin'
Free skin scans in its physical stores are driving loyalty beyond Korea.
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