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Opportunities in Focus: Include, Empower, and Indulge 60+ Consumers in Asia Pacific

5 Jun 25

By 2029, 56% of the global 65+ population will be in APAC, a segment often overlooked. Euromonitor's Inclusivity – Empowerment – Indulgence framework helps businesses tap into this market by addressing physical, emotional, and lifestyle needs, as well as cultural dynamics like age discrimination and multigenerational living, unlocking growth and competitive advantage.

Icey Huang

Icey Huang

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Commodity Market Outlook Q2 2025: Weaker Demand Outlook Amid Policy Uncertainty to Cap Price Growth

28 May 25

Global commodity markets are under pressure in 2025 amid rising trade tensions, US protectionism, and slowing global growth. Energy prices remain subdued, with oil at a 4-year low due to oversupply concerns and weak demand, while a stronger supply outlook for major crops is set to keep downward pressure on food commodity prices. Meanwhile, metals markets remain mixed, as policy-driven volatility curbs price momentum despite prospects for recovery later in the year.

Aleksandra  Svidler

Aleksandra Svidler

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BRICS+ Expansion and Market Opportunities Amid Rising Uncertainty

30 Apr 25

The expansion of BRICS+ marks a pivotal shift in the global economic landscape, offering a strategic response to escalating trade tensions and mounting geopolitical uncertainty. By integrating diverse emerging markets, fostering deeper cooperation and diversifying trade routes, the growing bloc can help to enhance supply chain resilience and mitigate exposure to global risks, while its vibrant consumer base offers vast growth opportunities, fuelled by rising incomes and evolving demand.

Aleksandra  Svidler

Aleksandra Svidler

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Asia Pacific Consumer Base Boosts E-Commerce and Retail in 2024

16 Apr 25

In the global retail industry, macroeconomic concerns continue to weigh on consumers, placing a heavy burden on retailers specialising in sales of discretionary goods. Even so, thanks to the skyrocketing popularity of online shopping and the growing affluence of consumers in the Asia Pacific region, global retail sales recorded positive, albeit subdued, growth in 2024. Future growth will be largely dependent on the continued expansion of e-commerce and the remarkable rise of the Asia Pacific retail sector.

Bob Hoyler

Bob Hoyler

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The Evolution of Japan's Cannabis Market in 2024 and the Impact of Legal Regulations

12 Mar 25

The laws and regulations regarding cannabis in Japan have undergone significant changes in recent years. In particular, in 2023, a revised bill was proposed for the Cannabis Control Law, which established a new offence for use and officially approved Epidiolex, a CBD preparation for medical use. The revised law was delayed from the initially scheduled date of October 2024, and then came into effect on 12 December, but expectations for growth in the CBD market temporarily slowed in 2024. This article explains the reasons for this, the current situation, and the outlook for the future market.

Aya Suzuki

Aya Suzuki

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Trump Impact: Asia Pacific to See New Trade and Investment Dynamics

10 Mar 25

With US President Donald Trump’s second term officially beginning from January 2025, momentum is building around significant changes to US trade policy, specifically around higher tariffs and restrictions aimed at reducing the US’s trade deficits.

Sowmya Ramaswami

Sowmya Ramaswami