Tag: Retail
Manila, Philippines — Nearly half of consumers surveyed globally (45%) now use artificial intelligence tools during their shopping journeys, even as 72% continue to make purchases in physical stores, according to a new study by the IBM Institute for Business Value in collaboration with the National Retail...
The performance was supported by efforts to strengthen the presence of Malaysian brands, including Oriental Kopi, Kapten Batik, Serai, Jibby Chow and Little Malaysia.
According to the companies, the campaign is designed to tackle operational challenges caused by carts left in parking bays, which can block spaces and reduce cart availability for incoming customers.
Singapore – Criteo has introduced its ‘Agentic Commerce Recommendation Service,’ a new solution designed to power AI shopping assistants with accurate, commerce-grade product recommendations built on real-world shopping data. As large language models evolve into AI shopping assistants and retailers deploy...
The proposed timing reflects stronger investor sentiment in the region, alongside optimism about Malaysia’s equity markets and an increasing pipeline of consumer and retail listings domestically.
The initiative targets both domestic and international visitors, leveraging AEON’s retail footprint to increase visibility for the VM2026 campaign while encouraging tourism-related spending.
Singapore – Frasers Property Singapore has announced a refreshed retail brand and service identity across nine of its managed malls, aimed at creating more connected, inclusive, and vibrant community spaces that go beyond traditional retail. The initiative, branded as “A Frasers Experience”, introduces...
Hong Kong – Fortnum & Mason has announced that it will close its Hong Kong flagship store on January 25, 2026, marking the British luxury retailer’s exit from its stand-alone presence in the city. The retailer said its K11 MUSEA outlet will continue operating until that date, after which the store...
Thai retail at an inflection point: Commerce Ministry calls for omnichannel, data-led transformation
While brick-and-mortar retail continues to play a vital role, especially in communities and upcountry areas, online channels are expanding due to convenience and easy price comparison.
The Malaysia outlet marks the second phase of the GODZILLA STORE’s overseas expansion, following the opening of GODZILLA STORE Taipei in September 2025.
