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The Rise of Authenticity-Driven E-Commerce in Southeast Asia: A $150 bn opportunity by 2030

Nov 25, 2025

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Southeast Asia’s e-commerce landscape has evolved from low-trust marketplaces into high-trust ecosystems anchored by authenticated “Mall” environments. Nearly 90% of online shoppers are now active in these spaces, driving the share of authenticity-driven e-commerce from 12% in 2020 to 30% in 2025 – and an expected 55% by 2030.

This report, “The Rise of Authenticity-Driven E-Commerce in Southeast Asia: A $150 bn Opportunity by 2030”, explores the forces behind that transformation: how demand for authenticity, quality, and convenience is reshaping shopper behavior, and how supply-side shifts – from assortment depth to AI and omnichannel integration – are powering the next stage of growth.

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Key Takeaways

  • Authenticity-driven e-commerce is reshaping Southeast Asia’s online retail.
    The region has shifted from low-trust marketplaces to high-trust ecosystems anchored by authenticated Mall environments. Nearly 90% of online shoppers now buy from Mall stores.
  • The segment is growing rapidly – set to reach $150 billion by 2030.
    Authenticity-driven e-commerce has expanded from 12% of total e-commerce in 2020 to 30% in 2025, and is projected to reach up to 55% by 2030.
  • Three forces will drive the next stage of growth.
    Continued expansion will depend on (1) closing supply gaps through broader assortment and fair pricing, (2) building seamless omnichannel experiences that merge online and offline journeys, and (3) enhancing customer experiences through AI.
  • Authenticity-driven e-commerce will transform Southeast Asia’s retail ecosystem.
    By 2030, specialized logistics, experiential omnichannel retail, AI-powered personalization, and cross-border integration will redefine how consumers shop. The result will be a seamless, high-trust ecosystem where every purchase – online or offline – feels faster, smarter, and more personal.

Why Download This Report?

  • Understand how Southeast Asia’s e-commerce has evolved from low-trust marketplaces to high-trust, authenticity-driven ecosystems.
  • Learn what’s fueling the next $150 billion opportunity in online retail by 2030.
  • Discover how Mall ecosystems, omnichannel retail, and AI are reshaping consumer trust and shopping behavior.
  • See exclusive survey insights from 6,000 online shoppers across six Southeast Asian markets.
  • Explore what platforms and brands must do to capture the next wave of growth in authenticity-driven e-commerce.

About our Sponsor

This report was developed in collaboration with Lazada, Southeast Asia’s leading e-commerce platform. Lazada connects millions of consumers and sellers through trusted, innovative, and authentic online experiences, and is committed to building an ecosystem where authenticity, quality, and trust define the next era of online retail in the region.

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