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stc pay, Mastercard launch Bahrain's first world prepaid card

Sat, 18 May 2024

Bahrain mobile wallet stc pay has partnered with Mastercard to launch its prepaid card in the kingdom that will provide a range of premium facilities to its subscribers. They will be able to use the new card at a number of business outlets worldwide.

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Spinneys posts record sales of $222m in Q1 2024

Tue, 14 May 2024

Spinneys, a leading fresh food retailer in the UAE, has seen its Q1 2024 total revenue grow by 10.9% year-on-year to AED815 million ($222 million).

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UAE second globally in shopping satisfaction: study

Mon, 13 May 2024

The UAE ranks second globally in shopping satisfaction, with 71% of consumers in the country making extensive use of digital features to enhance their shopping experiences, a recent survey revealed.

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Shaker Q1 net profit rises 12.09pc to $8.6m

Mon, 13 May 2024

Al Hassan Ghazi Ibrahim Shaker Co has posted a first-quarter (Q1) net profit of SR32.25 million ($8.6 million), up 12.09% YoY, driven by strong revenue growth, enhanced operational performance, and lower finance costs.

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The Avenues-Bahrain seals deal with LuLu on Phase 2 expansion

Sat, 11 May 2024

The Avenues-Bahrain, a major seafront retail and leisure destination in Bahrain, has signed an agreement with LuLu Hypermarket for its launch within its Phase 2 project. Set for Q4 completion, the expansion will extend the complex by 600 m.

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Saudi e-commerce market set to hit $25bn within five years

Sat, 11 May 2024

Saudi Arabia's E-commerce market is poised for solid growth and with the number of internet users likely to hit 33.6 million later this year, its revenue is expected to surge to $25 billion by 2029, registering a CAGR of 11.8%, according to an expert.

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Notable shift in Saudi consumer behaviour: NielsenIQ

Fri, 10 May 2024

Some 98% of Saudi consumers have changed how they shop for FMCG, with 24% preferring to buy whatever brand is on promotion, according to NielsenIQ, a world-leading consumer intelligence company.

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Samsung announces launch of 2024 TV, soundbar lineup

Thu, 09 May 2024

Samsung Gulf Electronics unveiled its 2024 TV and soundbar lineup at the Unbox & Discover event in Dubai, showcasing the latest Neo QLED 8K and 4K, OLED TVs that marks a significant leap in AI TV technology in addition to a range of soundbars.

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Supermarket chain Spinneys debuts on DFM after successful IPO

Thu, 09 May 2024

Spinneys, a high-end supermarket chain with a major presence in Oman and UAE, has made its trading debut at Dubai Financial Market (DFM) in style with its shares rising as much as 10% on the opening day.

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PPDS rolls out full Philips LED range into MEA

Wed, 08 May 2024

PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays, has announced the official launch of its full Philips LED portfolio in the Middle East and Africa (MEA), delivering new, highly sustainable and unlimited options.