TikTok has emerged as a particular favourite among Gen Z, attracting 40 percent of younger shoppers compared to just 4 percent of Baby Boomers
E-commerce
E-commerce
Ramadan and Eid e-commerce sales soar in MENA, led by Saudi Arabia and UAE, study shows
Research by Flowwow and Admitad reveals significant growth in online gifting market, with Kuwait leading regional average order values at $125
E-commerce
UAE Eid trends revealed: Convenience, flexible payment remains top priority for customers, says Amazon VP
Insights from Amazon Advertising surveys reveal that 66.1 per cent of shoppers in 2024 are focusing on Eid celebrations marking the end of Ramadan
Brand advocacy
UAE loyalty programmes surge as companies embrace cross-sector collaborations, multi-brand ecosystems to boost profits
Leading UAE companies are investing in AI-powered loyalty programmes, with a focus on creating seamless, high-value experiences
E-commerce
Noon unveils massive Ramadan discounts with buy now, pay later, instant delivery
The marketplace announced prioritising convenience this Ramadan, with noon Minutes offering deliveries of groceries and home essentials in just 15 minutes
Cyberattack
Cyberattacks expected to surge during Ramadan in UAE as online shopping peaks: Report
Qrator Labs said it detected over 200 powerful attacks exceeding 1 Gbps in the first quarter of 2024, when Ramadan takes place
Abu Dhabi
Lulu Retail revenue for 2024 grows 4.7% to $7.6bn
Net Profit increases 12.6% YoY to $216.3 million; Private Label revenue and e-commerce sales up 29.6% and 70% respectively
Dubai CommerCity
Hellmann unveils robotics-powered warehouse solutions at Dubai CommerCity
The new initiative empowers companies in the logistics sector across the region to expand their storage capacity, enhance operational efficiency, and expedite product delivery to the market
E-commerce
India is a $60bn opportunity for GCC retailers, experts say
India’s digital revolution, with over 220 million online shoppers, provides fertile ground for GCC-based e-commerce platforms to expand their reach, experts said
consumer spending
MENA e-commerce sees surge in online orders in 2024; led by Saudi Arabia and UAE
The strong performance of Saudi Arabia and the UAE is driven by active consumer spending and e-commerce growth
Artificial intelligence
Dubai’s e-commerce startup qeen.ai raises $10mn in one of the largest seed investments in MENA
The funding was led by Prosus Ventures, with participation from existing investors including Wamda Capital, 10x Founders and Dara Holdings
E-commerce
Temu, EMX team up to elevate e-commerce fulfillment in UAE
Under the partnership, the two will expand the sea shipping capability and introduce ‘Pick-Up and Drop-Off’ services to ensure a seamless online shopping experience for Temu’s growing customers in the region
customer behaviour
The future of grocery and retail: Why 2025 is a pivotal year
By combining cutting-edge technology, deep consumer insights, and strong partnerships, organisations are building the future of retail one step at a time
Dubai
Arvato opens regional logistics HQ in Dubai CommerCity to expand e-commerce services
The company said its strategically located 3,300 sqm headquarters in Dubai CommerCity will ensure seamless connectivity and efficient transportation of goods within the region and beyond
BNPL
Tabby says no ‘new minimum’ as some online UAE stores set AED300 order threshold
New threshold targets larger transactions over smaller purchases
Amazon
Amazon set to launch Now service with delivery in minutes in UAE
Amazon Now to bring delivery-in-minutes service to the UAE
E-commerce
Saudi e-commerce sales with Mada cards climb 29.4 per cent to $4.6bn
Saudi Arabia’s Mada payment cards have seen significant increase to e-commerce sector