The retail and e-commerce industries in the Philippines are expanding rapidly, driven by rising incomes, urbanization, and widespread digital adoption. The retail market is projected to grow at around 7–8% CAGR through 2030, while e-commerce is expected to surge by over 13% annually. Growing smartphone use, digital payments, and shifting consumer preferences toward online and mobile shopping continue to fuel demand. Opportunities for growth lie in omnichannel retailing, social and mobile commerce, and expanding into underserved regional markets supported by improving logistics and digital infrastructure.

The Philippines’ last-mile delivery market is expanding quickly as e-commerce grows. Valued at $1.5 billion in 2023, it’s expected to reach $3.2 billion by 2028. Better digital infrastructure and mobile payments are improving efficiency.

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Challenges remain, including Metro Manila congestion, island-to-island logistics, and cash-on-delivery. Competition is strong, with players across the country and the incoming international players the market is more promising than ever.

Malaysia’s data and AI market is rapidly expanding, fueled by strong government support, growing ICT infrastructure, and rising digital transformation. With over US $40 billion in AI investments expected by 2030, cloud adoption and hyperscale data centers are accelerating. While workforce interest in AI is high, many organizations are still early in adoption, facing challenges like talent gaps and infrastructure limits. Public sentiment is a mix of excitement and concerns over job impacts and privacy.

By 2026, Malaysia’s retail and e-commerce sectors are set to experience sustained growth, driven by digital transformation, evolving consumer preferences, and significant investments in digital infrastructure. The e-commerce market is projected to reach USD 15.7 billion by 2028, with a compound annual growth rate of 8.5%. This growth is supported by increasing smartphone and internet penetration, as well as greater consumer confidence in online payments.

Spanning July 17–18, 2024 at Shangri-La The Fort, BGC, Manila, this two-day summit was themed "Retail Revolution: Setting the Landscape Ablaze." The event brought together over 100 C-suite executives and directors from across Asia for a packed program of keynotes, panel discussions, and interactive breakout sessions — covering everything from logistics innovation and customer loyalty to O2O strategies and emerging technology shaping the future of Philippine and regional retail.

Convened on October 17, 2024 at Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit, this edition carried the theme "Retail Revolution: Illuminating Digital Drivers for Growth and Security." The summit saw stronger attendance compared to 2023, diving deep into cybersecurity in retail, digital payments and e-wallets, evolving consumer trends, and Thailand's expanding role in Southeast Asia's digital economy. Featured speakers came from organizations including Bumrungrad Hospital, RMA Group, and major retail associations.