The future of business isn’t just about selling a product—it’s about selling an experience. This is the core belief of Steven Tan, president of SM Supermalls, and it’s a philosophy that has guided the company‘s evolution. During a recent media meeting, Steven argued that the most...
Tycoon Lucio L. Co’s retail holding company Cosco Capital Inc. reported a 9.3-percent growth in consolidated net income to ₱7.6 billion for the first half of 2025 from the ₱6.97 billion earned in the same period last year as consumer spending continues to improve. In a disclosure to the...
As Filipinos evolve alongside technology, the marketplace tradition once reserved for the hustle and bustle of wet markets is finding new life in the digital realm. The art of “tawad” or haggling is seen growing in the world of online shopping, yet its brushstroke still paints the same...
Living “the luxurious life” has evolved over the years. Today, shopping is less about indulgence and more about alignment—with one’s lifestyle, values, and identity. Purchases have become increasingly intentional, favoring quality over quantity and purpose over impulse. Heart Evangelista, a...
Calling all beauty enthusiasts! Mark your calendars—Watsons is bringing back its much-awaited May Nationwide Sale from May 15 to 18. For four days only, you can enjoy deals in all Watsons stores across the country and online via the Watsons App. It’s your chance to stock up with your beauty...
Grocery and liquor sales drove the growth in earnings of Cosco Capital, Inc., the listed retail holding firm of tycoon Lucio L. Co, due to recovering consumer demand as the economy continues to post strong growth while inflation eases. The firm reported a 7.6 percent improvement in consolidated net...
Complete Home, SM Hypermarket 's shopping expo, makes a return. This campaign offers incredible savings, home upgrade inspiration, and an unforgettable shopping experience to customers seeking to improve their homes. Running from May 1 to June 30, Complete Home brings back the best deals on...
Filipino consumers are increasingly prioritizing authenticity and quality in their online purchases as household incomes rise and online shopping evolves beyond mere convenience. In a statement, Jack Ng, head of commercial at Shopee Philippines, stated that they observed consumers shifting towards...
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian called out online shopping platforms, including Shopee, Lazada, Tiktok Shop, Facebook Market, and Instagram, for allowing the sale of illicit tobacco and vapor products. At a recent Senate hearing, Gatchalian lamented that these online shopping applications have...
(Photo from Facebook) Two members of the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG) were injured after they were attacked by several men while conducting a police operation at a mall in San Juan City on Jan. 26, San Juan City Police Chief Col. Deodennis Marmol said. In a now viral...
We can no longer deny the glaring impacts of climate change, as action was needed decades ago. Although we live in an age of what seems to be shameless greenwashing, where buyers are urged to shop smarter, the essence of going green fails when it’s reduced to mere consumption. Around one-third of...
There are only a few days left before Christmas rolls in, and Lazada, one of the leading e-commerce platforms in the country, is making the days grander with sweet deals during its 12.12 All Out Pasko Sale , which runs from December 9 (8 p.m.) to 14. Whether you’re aiming to cop last-minute gifts...
