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A cost-of-living crisis is brewing in Asia. Here’s what it means for retail

Inside Retail

At first, it seemed like Asia might get off lightly – most governments and professional economic forecasters in the region said so – but cost of living pressures are rising across the continent, with food, energy, rent and labour costs now all key drivers of retail price inflation.

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Is Price Matching the Right Strategy for You?

Wiser

Overall, shoppers want confidence that they are buying from a reputable, honest, and fair retailer. Price matching can help with that. On its surface, a price match strategy is set up to benefit the shopper at the detriment of the retailer. This is a good-faith initiative.