Retailers in the GCC need to adopt a mix of physical and digital sales to prosper in coming years
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UAE sees sharp rise in AI-assisted shopping with 70% adoption rate: Report
UAE retailers are responding to this trend, with 41% planning to invest in AI to support sales and marketing efforts over the next 12 months
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
AB Majlis podcast: AI is giving wine experts a run for their money, says CityDrinks CEO
Genie, the multilingual AI sommelier, streamlines wine selection in Arabic, Hindi, Spanish, French, Japanese, and other languages
Saudi consumers remain cautious on spending; open to innovative shopping solutions: NielsenIQ survey reveals
As much as 47% of Saudi consumers feel their finances are better-off in the first half of 2024, compared to the same year-ago period
Payrails partners with PUMA to enhance online shopping experience across MENA
The partnership with PUMA follows Payrail’s successful collaborations with other leading enterprises such as Careem, Just Eat Takeaway, Vinted and InDrive
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
Dubai Mall announces new exclusive Elite Personal Shopping Suite at Fashion Avenue
The exclusive services offered in the suite, including personalised styling, concierge, and complimentary valet parking, enhancing the overall shopping experience
UAE Black Friday 2023: Sinister cybercriminals target shoppers, consumers need to be vigiliant, experts warn
Black Friday sales in the UAE will go live on November 24, 2023
Dubai’s Al Ghurair Centre announces massive expansion
The mall is currently undergoing massive transformation which includes the establishment of a new entertainment complex and a diverse food hall
Amazon UAE announces massive two-day sale
Amazon.ae will host its annual Prime Day sale for two days on July 11 and 12
UAE Gen Z prefer Buy Now, Pay Later scheme, digital payments, says Amazon report
The study, which was conducted amongst Gen Z – individuals born between 1997 and 2012, compared their spending habits to that of millennials – individuals born between 1981 and 1996
Ramadan Nights 2023 attracts thousands of visitors in its first week
Explore the exciting events and customised promotions of Ramadan Nights 2023
EXCLUSIVE: Chalhoub plots Saudi expansion with new Jeddah Airport operations
Expansion is in sight for the retail giant in Saudi and USA
Dubai now has a Chinatown
Located in Dubai Mall, visitors can dine at the food hall, take pictures with a giant panda and go shopping
How Dubai’s logistics sector is evolving alongside online retail
The world of delivery is changing, and logistics will need to continue to innovate
Dubai wins title of ‘Best Duty Free Shopping in the World’
Dubai Duty free was awarded the title for the 16th consecutive year