Everyone loves a surprise in the mailbox. The boom in e-commerce has made online subscription services sprout all over Asia to offer customers almost ...

Reimagining the resale market
Associated with a myriad of terms — “second-hand”, “pre-owned”, “pre-loved”, “thrifting”, “reverse marketplace” and most recently, “recommerce” — the ...

Reducing waste for retail gains
Going green within the retail industry is now more than just a social responsibility. It is also about meeting customer expectations for malls and bra...

Leverage AI & machine learning to rejuvenate retail business
New technologies are often seen as a source of disruption in the retail industry; however, new technologies that can enhance shoppers’ experience also...

TOP 500 AWARDS – Innovate and embrace change to stay ahead
It was a night to remember for the august gathering of Asian retailers at the 14th Retail Asia-Pacific Top 500 Awards Ceremony & Gala Dinner, host...

Going beyond a space to showcase merchandise
How can in-store displays help a brand stand out and enhance the retail experience of customers? Muneerah Bee finds out from Elizabeth Yap, assistant ...

Shopping goes mobile for Asia’s tech-savvy consumers
The role of the smartphone has continuously evolved to become an agent of change, transforming the retail scene profoundly. Muneerah Bee takes a close...

Expect the unexpected
NEW MALL CONCEPTS How will malls evolve over the years as digitalisation increases and shopper expectations intensify? In anticipation of retail trend...

The rise of hyperconnected shoppers in Asia-Pacific
Euromonitor International sums up key findings from this year’s Retail Asia-Pacific Top 500 rankings and provides an overview of the retail scene in 1...

Why the Muslim consumer market in Asia matters
In recent years, brands and retailers are increasingly paying attention to the Muslim consumer market in Asia. Muneerah Bee finds out some of the bene...