Has the MCO changed the way Malaysians shop?


The online shopping habits of Malaysians changed during the movement control order (MCO). Photos: Filepic

The online shopping habits of Malaysians changed during the movement control order (MCO), according to data from international logistics company Buyandship.

Before the MCO, things like baby items (especially clothes), men’s and women’s clothing, and toys and games were the top three products purchased by Malaysians online. These products comprise 70% of all shipments into Malaysia, Buyandship chief executive officer Wilson Chan reveals.

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