UAE traditional trade surged 6.4%, while that in Saudi Arabia achieved 2.4% growth in Q3, signalling a shift in consumer shopping preferences
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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
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Dubai Festival City Mall to add 30+ new stores in 2024 expansion
Dubai Festival City Mall reported a 95 percent gross leasing area (GLA) occupancy across over 332,000 sq. ft. and 400 stores, with a footfall of 23 million visitors last year
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TikTok influences buying habits of 80% of MENAT consumers, report finds
The ‘TikTok Made Me’ report highlights the platform’s impact on buying behaviour across various sectors
consumer behaviour
UAE shoppers use Snapchat for buying on social platforms, says new DHL report
The DHL report found that most shoppers, 71 percent in the UAE and 65 percent globally, want to know which delivery provider will handle their order before making a purchase
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Ramadan shopping: Tabby records over $43mn in UAE, Saudi Arabia sales in a single day
Compared to 2023, Tabby saw a 195 percent surge in sales volume for the single day
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Revealed: International Women’s Day to drive 230% spike in UAE online gift orders this year
The average spending on gifts in MENA in 2024 is also seen rising to $37.1, with the UAE topping the table in the region with an average order value of $60.5
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Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle reveals rise of influencer marketing, consumer spends, upcoming trends
Influencers are growing to be “potent marketing tools” with no signs of decline, the report says
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Gen Z want to leave home for climate conscious countries, report finds
The study highlighted the growing importance of climate considerations and sustainability in the consumer market
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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
consumer behaviour
Global e-commerce expected to hit $8.5 trillion by 2026: Report
The report by the Florida-based FIS showed the Middle East and Africa clocked the highest growth of 21% from 2021-2022
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UAE shoppers concerned by economy, plan to spend more anyway
Despite inflation worries and global market volatility, UAE consumers plan to spend big in 2023
consumer behaviour
MENA region sees 91% population make online purchases in 2022: Report
Fashion and clothing make up almost half of the online purchases across the region
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UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt show higher interest in Black Friday compared to US, UK, Brazil: Report
Study shows 55 percent begin searching for products prior to actual sales dates
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Driving loyalty with elevated customer experiences
We should recognise that consumers now have access to a wide variety of products and services, as well as new perspectives on their interactions and brand experiences
consumer behaviour
Saudi Arabia talks digital economy, cryptocurrency, digital banks and smart cities: Twitter
The report was released after it was analysed by cultural and data experts over a two-year period, opening opportunities for brands and marketers
consumer behaviour
Rising food prices push retailers to rethink pricing as consumers look for greater value
The UAE’s retail sector is looking to boost efficiency and embrace digitalisation as customers become increasingly conscious about food prices