Retail & Wholesale

Retail & Wholesale

Mondelēz appoints Ihab Rafik Amin as MENAP President

Wed, 10 Jul 2024

Mondelēz International has announced the appointment of Ihab Rafik Amin as President of its Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan (MENAP) Business Unit.

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Samsung expands wearables portfolio targeting wellness

Wed, 10 Jul 2024

Samsung Electronics has unveiled the new Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra, expanding the power of Galaxy AI to more people through wearables designed to provide end-to-end wellness experiences.

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Lulu Hypermarket opens 61st Saudi outlet at Laban Square in Riyadh

Tue, 09 Jul 2024

Retail major LuLu Group has launched its 61st retail destination in Dhahrath Laban, Riyadh. Spread over 69,000 sqft in the popular Laban Square, it features the favourite shopping amenities, and a well-stocked supermarket.

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Sobha Realty starts work on Dubai Hartland mall project

Sun, 07 Jul 2024

Sobha Realty said work has started on its new mall located within its flagship Sobha Hartland community in Dubai. With a built-up area of 339,000 sq ft, the project will feature key amenities including a supermarket, F&B as well as entertainment zone.

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Alsulaiman Ikea announces a $18.7m investment to lower prices

Tue, 02 Jul 2024

Alsulaiman Ikea, the leading home furniture brand, has announced an investment of SR70 million ($18.7 million) to further reduce the prices of products, introducing 3,000 'New Lower Price’ items during 2024.

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DIFC breaks ground on premium commercial development

Sun, 30 Jun 2024

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has broken ground on a landmark commercial project - DIFC Square - comprising three interconnected buildings that feature offices, retail units and other key amenities. It is set for completion by Q1 2026.

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SCCI, SCTDA launch new visual identity for SSP 2024

Thu, 27 Jun 2024

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) and the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) have announced the launch of a new visual identity for Sharjah Summer Promotions (SSP) 2024.

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1,900 exhibitors to take part in beauty expo in Dubai

Wed, 26 Jun 2024

More than 1,900 exhibitors from over 60 countries and 70,000 industry professionals are likely to take part in the 28th edition of Beautyworld Middle East is set to take place from October 28 to 30, at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

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Dubai ranks 12th in top lifestyle index; 6th most expensive

Tue, 25 Jun 2024

Dubai is the 6th most expensive city in EMEA and 12th in the global ranking of a leading Lifestyle index. Despite, real estate prices in Dubai up by 16% in US dollar terms, the sector remains ‘hot property’, says the report.

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Customer experience ‘must be central’ to business growth

Fri, 21 Jun 2024

Saudi Arabia’s top Marketing, Product, and Customer Experience Leaders came together to discuss how brands can revolutionise customer experiences to drive business growth and loyalty in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030-led future.