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Are Flowers Still The Gift Of Choice On V-Day?

Esda Meow, Member of Malaysia Retail Chain Association (MRCA)

14-Feb-25 07:45

Are Flowers Still The Gift Of Choice On V-Day?

With Chap Goh Meh and Valentine’s Day falling in the same week, florists have been flooded with orders. However, rising costs and supply challenges are shifting consumer buying habits. Is the love for fresh flowers fading or will demand continue to bloom? To get an industry perspective, we speak to Esda Meow, Member of the Malaysia Retail Chain Association (MRCA).

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Produced by: Tun Hizami Hashim, Aimi Azreena

Presented by: Shazana Mokhtar, Wong Shou Ning


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Categories:  markets,  economy,  environment,  culture,  fashion,  young finance

Tags:  bouquets,  outlook 2025,  hampers,  physical stores,  valentine's day,  flowers,  florists,  corporate gifts,  online business, 


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