Coffee and Commerce

Coffee chains built on razor-thin margins face mounting pressure from volatile markets and record-high bean costs.

MGP’s stellar debut sets it apart, but long-term success hinges on R&D, diversification, and sustaining its premium appeal in a cooling beauty market.

To diversify, the Chinese dairy giant is tapping into the sugar-free bottled tea market with a fresh strategy.

As shopper bases mature and grow savvier, platforms focus on retaining super users through premium membership perks.

Douyin’s content ecosystem offers brands a path to adapt to shifting consumer habits, engage users, and drive demand across channels.

With a renewed focus on profitability and expansion in lower-tier cities, GoodMe seeks to bolster investor confidence ahead of its anticipated listing.

The platform proved its e-commerce mettle during the festive period but risks hitting a roadblock from looming regulatory challenges.

Vietnam’s suspension of Temu over business registration issues highlights the challenges of navigating a fast-growing yet tightly regulated market.