E-commerce

JD.com's net income surges 132.8% YoY to $3.4b in 2023

The company’s revenue reached $152.8b, up by 3.7% from 2022. 

JD.com's net income surges 132.8% YoY to $3.4b in 2023

The company’s revenue reached $152.8b, up by 3.7% from 2022. 

Four ways to adapt to a highly competitive 2024 retail landscape

They need to boost in-store experiences and implement customer-centric features, amongst others.

Douyin surpasses JD marketplace in health product sales

It is the second largest platform for consumer health products behind Tmall.

JD.com upgrades ‘Spring Dawn Initiative’ with AI services

It now includes a store launch AI assistant, AI-driven content creation tools, and a digital presenter live streaming service.  E-commerce company...

Salla, J&T Express signs with largest Saudi-based e-commerce platform

E-commerce channel Salla will enhance J&T Express’ cross-border networks and services.

Over 80% of retailers will still have online, physical stores in the next 5 years

Consumers want to physically see and touch items they would buy.

Real-time personalisation boosts online sales by 7 fold

This is compared to those who employ a blanket personalisation strategy.

JD.com expands free shipping offer

The minimum order value for free shipping is $8.2.

AliExpress extends Affiliate Programme with GCC content creators

The initiative aims to assist influencers in marketing AliExpress products.

Uber Eats' robot deliveries augment Japan's workforce

The shrinking and ageing population is one of the factors that led to a shift in food deliveries.

Flipkart launches own UPI handle for digital payments

Flipkart UPI will be available to more than 500 million customers.

SEA retail sales during Ramadan to see nearly 50% growth

Malaysia saw the highest average increase in sales with 40%, whilst Singapore gained 30% in 2023.

Philippine's 2GO holds business workshops for SMEs

The group created the 2GO Getters community to connect with small business owners.

The North Face to change to direct-sales format in Australia and New Zealand

VF Corporation will complete the transition to a direct-sales model by second half of 2024.

Omnichannels account for nearly half of $15b Australian online sales

Social media, AI, low costs and out-of-home returns push consumers towards omnichannels.