According to the survey, 57% of UAE residents are expressing an interest in receiving an AI-powered smart speaker as a gift
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E-commerce
MENA online gifting market sees 62% jump in festive season sales: Report
The festive season fuels growth in MENA e-commerce platforms and gifting marketplaces, driven by special promotions, convenience, and rising interest in mobile shopping
acquisition
EXCLUSIVE: Japan’s giftee acquires 91% stake in Dubai’s YOUGotaGift
The deal is expected to close by the end of November, subject to regulatory approvals, with the existing management team remaining in place as a condition of the transaction
festive gifts
Rising UAE expat population fuels cross-border gifting, top destinations include UK, Spain, Turkey
The research revealed a 22% jump in overall gift purchases during Jan-Sept 2024
E-commerce
UAE self-gifting surges 15% as consumers seek emotional support, study reveals
The most popular gift categories for self-gifting were custom bouquets, balloons and flower boxes
Conscious consumerism
Sustainability drive: UAE sees 35% surge in gifting of eco-friendly, locally sourced brands in 1 year
The region is experiencing a surge in online gifting, with a 30% spike in online orders in November 2023 alone which has seen celebrations like Diwali, Black Friday and UAE National Day
Eid Al Fitr
Eid Al Fitr 2023: Cash, video games, clothes are top gifts for UAE, Saudi residents
New data from YouGov also showed that residents in UAE and Saudi Arabia shop for Eid gifts well in advance
Eid Al Fitr
UAE, Saudi residents prefer cash as Eid gift in 2023
According to a new survey, it was revealed that cash is the most desirable Eid gift this year
consumer spending
Valentine’s Day spending to be highest ever in 2023
Expected spending is set to reach $25.9 billion – up by $2 billion compared to last year
Gifts
28 festive gift ideas for executives
In association with Mastercard, we’ve collated a stylish collection of Christmas gift ideas that ought to please even the most discerning of tastes
