Half of Middle East consumers surveyed believe newly introduced global tariffs are the leading driver of grocery inflation
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GCC retail sector to pass $390bn by 2028; how can businesses thrive in a ‘phygital’ world?
Retailers in the GCC need to adopt a mix of physical and digital sales to prosper in coming years
Ramadan 2025: E-commerce, social media drive shopping trends in UAE, Saudi Arabia
The report highlights that groceries and daily essentials remain the top spending category for UAE, Saudi consumer
GCC airport retail sector forecasted to grow 9.5% annually through 2032
The growth is fuelled by increasing passenger traffic, growing tourism, and significant investments in airport infrastructure
Dubai Summer Surprises 2024 announces 3-day sale with 90% shopping discounts
Dubai Summer Surprises will end with Final Sale with 90 per cent discounts
GCC retail boom: 6 steps Gulf cities need to take to cash in on $300bn shopping bonanza
GCC cities including Dubai, Riyadh, Jeddah and Doha could become global shopping destinations in the coming years, according to Strategy& Middle East
Riyadh set for ‘phenomenal’ shopping boom as retail stock to increase 28% by 2026
Riyadh will see a 28 per cent increase in retail stock in coming years says Knight Frank report
Ramadan shopping: MENA clocks 220% hike in online flower, bouquet sales
Local brands saw a whopping 84% increase in demand during Ramadan 2024, compared to non-festive periods, a new study said
Amazon announces massive Ramadan sale from February 27
Amazon Prime members will have access to deals 24 hours early, along with free domestic and international delivery on eligible items
Global luxury market: $1.64tn spend last year; experiences v materials; China boom continues; the rise of Gen Z
Global luxury spending expanded by up to 10 per cent despite economic headwinds
GfK to unveil latest consumer life study at Saudi retail meet in Sept
The event, covering the latest innovation in payments, fintech, retail, e-commerce, home delivery and digital marketing, is slated for September 4-5 in Riyadh
Eid Al Adha 2023: Abu Dhabi extends mall opening hours
Abu Dhabi malls to stay open late during Eid Al Adha2023 holidays
UAE shoppers want brands to get to know them: Report
A new survey revealed that almost all the customers in the country expect brands to understand and cater to their individual needs
UAE sales: Shoppers seek bargains, with 80% researching deals ahead of purchase
UAE shopping study reveals purchasing habits and retailer plans
Revealed: Ramadan shopping sales rise marginally at 4% year-on-year
Surprisingly, the online shopping took a major hit in the just concluded festival sales, posting a 15 percent fall in the overall number of online purchases in the UAE
Ramadan Nights 2023 attracts thousands of visitors in its first week
Explore the exciting events and customised promotions of Ramadan Nights 2023
UAE launches massive Ramadan sale with 75% discounts
Ramadan Nights 2023 begins in the UAE with 10,000 products on sale