Those who fail to adapt quickly may find themselves sized out of the market, expert says
Retail
Abu Dhabi
Ghitha Holding acquires KSA-based Arabian Farms for $65.3mn
Arabian Farms is well known for its Saha brand of poultry products; Transaction includes all assets in the UAE and Saudi
consumer behaviour
UAE shoppers use Snapchat for buying on social platforms, says new DHL report
The DHL report found that most shoppers, 71 percent in the UAE and 65 percent globally, want to know which delivery provider will handle their order before making a purchase
Carrefour
Carrefour announces 1-day plastic bag free a week
Every Wednesday in July, starting July 3, Carrefour will completely remove plastic bags from stores
dubai malls
New Dubai nature-inspired mall will open in 2026
Sobha Realty will open community mall in Dubai in H2 2026
Sharjah
Sharjah Summer Promotions festival kicks off
The two-month extravaganza features a plethora of promotional deals for both Sharjah’s residents and visitors
beauty and skincare
Chinese beauty upstart SHEGLAM threatens established brands as it claims UAE, Gulf market leadership, CEO reveals
The cosmetic brand’s aggressive expansion and Gen Z appeal pose challenge to global cosmetic giants, says CEO Sylvia Fu