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The rise of online shopping and ecommerce in Egypt
Egypt has seen a remarkable increase in online shopping and digital payments in what was – until recently – a mostly cash-based society.
15 July 2025
Bain & Company: Six trends in the future of retail
Retailers are navigating a rapidly evolving landscape, with significant transformations expected in the next five to ten years.
23 June 2025
Online shopping now a mainstream channel for a third of UAE and KSA consumers
Over the past five years, the UAE and KSA markets region have seen a dramatic shift toward online shopping.
03 June 2025
Dubai and Abu Dhabi the top relocation choices for the world’s rich elite
With so many world-class offerings, it does not come as a major surprise that the United Arab Emirates attracts so many rich and super rich people from around the world.
19 May 2025
Emerging trends in the GCC’s fast-growing retail sector
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is witnessing a retail renaissance, with the sector growing at a CAGR of nearly 5% to reach over $390 billion by 2028.
19 May 2025
Consumer loyalty battle in UAE is won through digital-first with a human experience
In an era dominated by digital-savvy consumers, UAE brands winning the consumer loyalty battle are those that master digital-first and client-centric automation – while not forgetting about the importance of cr
09 May 2025
AI agents are becoming the new middleman in the online buying process
AI agents – autonomously operating robots that mimic a human person – are increasingly becoming the middleman in the marketing funnel, according to research from Bain & Company.
02 May 2025
Ramadan retail sales in UAE to eclipse $10 billion this year
It is that time of year again: Ramadan! And with the fasting, prayer, and family time also comes a big uptick in shopping.
07 March 2025
Saudi consumers are shifting their shopping and spending decisions, says AlixPartners
Saudi Arabia’s consumer market is evolving rapidly, characterized by adaptability, shifting spending patterns, and resilience in the face of global economic challenges, according to the 2025 Global C
04 February 2025
As global consumers tighten their wallets, UAE and KSA consumers spend more
Consumers worldwide are expected to tighten their wallets in 2025, as they grapple with challenges such as reduced disposable income and continued inflation, but in the UAE, consumers are set to defy
17 January 2025
Saudi e-commerce platform makes debut on Tadawul stock exchange
In the second listing this year on Saudi Arabia’s stock exchange, Nice One has gone public, with its market cap jumping notably on its first day of trading.
08 January 2025
Black Friday sales to spike as retailers entice consumers with massive discounts
Sales on Black Friday are poised to see a major spike this year, expected to surpass last year’s mark by around 13%.
24 November 2024
Digital Human Experience: Balancing tech and empathy in customer journeys
While technological advancements have revolutionized how companies interact with their customers, the pendulum is swinging back towards a more balanced approach that integrates human empathy with dig
31 October 2024
Middle East eyewear retailers Magrabi and Rivoli merge
Gulf eyewear companies Magrabi and Rivoli have announced their merger, creating an eyewear retail business with more than 290 locations in seven Middle Eastern markets. PwC advised Rivoli during the transaction process.
24 September 2024
How Argon helps luxury retailers with omnichannel strategy and operations
Global consultancy Argon & Co has helped clients around the world break through with successful e-commerce and omnichannel strategies in the luxury retail space.
18 September 2024
In the age of choice, brands must earn consumer loyalty
In today’s competitive, fast-paced business environment rich with options, brands must not only attract consumers, but earn their loyalty, writes Johann Suchon, Senior Vice President Loyalty Solution
11 September 2024
UAE shoppers are bigger bargain hunters than their Saudi counterparts
Shoppers in the United Arab Emirates are bigger bargain hunters than their counterparts in Saudi Arabia. That is according to research from NielsenIQ.
03 September 2024
Akhom Consulting to promote El Corte Inglés among Spain and Portugal travellers
Spanish luxury department store El Corte Inglés has appointed Akhom Consulting as its official representative in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
30 August 2024
JLL to manage large gold and beauty shopping mall in Cairo
El Batal Developments has selected JLL to provide property management services for its Rock Gold Mall, the first gold and beauty mall in Cairo’s Fifth Settlement.
29 August 2024
M&A advisors advise off-price retailer Brands For Less on mega deal with TJX
UAE-based retailer Brands For Less has agreed to sell a 35% stake to The TJX Companies, in a $360 million deal that values the off-price retailer at $1.2 billion.
27 August 2024
Regenerating historic city districts for retail and residents
Historic districts of numerous Middle East cities are facing a decline, for reasons that span consumer preferences to competition from new built districts.
14 August 2024
Saudi Arabia's grocery retail sector: A market in transition
Saudi Arabia’s grocery retail sector has come a long way over the past years, but still has several steps to take in its evolution.
19 July 2024
Beyout Investment Group commences trading on Boursa Kuwait
Beyout Investment Group has successfully listed on Boursa Kuwait, marking the first listing on the exchange in over two years.
17 June 2024
Consumer electronics giant OPPO appoints Jummar in KSA
Chinese electronics manufacturer OPPO has selected Jummar as its public relations and communications consultancy for the Saudi market.
30 April 2024
Fatima Zara Patel (Brand Lounge) on the philosophy of luxury
The Middle East’s luxury market is booming, according to research from Boston Consulting Group, offering luxury retailers ample opportunities for growth.
08 April 2024
As prices peak, consumer products sector shifts focus to volume
The consumer products sector looks back at a great year.
19 March 2024
Six primary forces re-shaping consumer behavior
Drawing from a comprehensive global study, Deloitte has identified numerous trends influencing consumer behavior in the coming years.
14 March 2024
Saudi consumer spending to defy regional trend, says AlixPartners
The coming year will see resilient consumer spending in Saudi Arabia despite economic uncertainties that are likely to persist globally, according to a study from management consulting firm AlixPartn
29 February 2024
Al-Futtaim credits IBM Consulting for enhanced Blue Rewards program
Al-Futtaim Group’s Blue Rewards program has off late enjoyed strong growth in its customer base and user experience, with much of that growth credited to work done in conjunction with IBM Consulting
28 February 2024
Middle East retail hotspots rise in global Kearney development index
The MENA region is well positioned to become one of retailing’s next big hot spots, according to the Global Retail Development Index (GRDI) from Kearney, with 8 of the top 40 slots in the index held
28 February 2024
Ramadan consumers in UAE and KSA to celebrate in different ways
The blessed month of Ramadan is soon among us.
18 February 2024
Bain knowledge partner of Retail Leaders Circle MENA Summit
At the Retail Leaders Circle MENA Summit, Bain & Company will play a key role in driving the event’s knowledge agenda.
14 February 2024
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