Retail & Wholesale

Retail & Wholesale

How AI is transforming shopping experience

Tue, 14 Nov 2023

AI is driving thrilling transformations in the area of experiential retail, says Karl Escritt, CEO of Like Digital & Partners. “Shopping is becoming more streamlined as retailers harness AI technology for personalisation, gamification and support.”

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Hublot unveils MP-15 developed with Takashi Murakami

Mon, 13 Nov 2023

With just 50 pieces available, the MP-15 is the first limited edition Hublot watch with a central flying tourbillon. This quirky, playful, yet high-tech model offers a magnificent interpretation of the visual effects of sapphire.

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Cenomi Retail’s YTD revenues slide 5.5pc to $1.13bn

Thu, 09 Nov 2023

Cenomi Retail, Saudi Arabia’s pioneering retail brand partner, has seen its year-to-date (YTD) revenues slide 5.5% to SR4.22 billion ($1.13 billion) on consumer spending slowdown in the third quarter.

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Mezzan Holding 9M net profit zooms 224pc to $26.23m

Wed, 08 Nov 2023

Mezzan Holding, a leading manufacturer and distributor of food, beverage, FMCG and pharmaceutical products, has seen its nine-month (9M) net profit to parent company shareholders zoom 224% to KD8.1 million ($26.23 million).

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City Centre Bahrain wins Gold at Retail Congress Mena 2023

Tue, 07 Nov 2023

City Centre Bahrain, the leading lifestyle and shopping destination in Bahrain, has won the prestigious Gold Award for its community-driven #Bealight Ramadan campaign at the Retail Congress Mena 2023, the region’s largest retail event.

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Imkan launches retail leasing at Abu Dhabi lifestyle destination

Mon, 06 Nov 2023

UAE developer Imkan has announced the launch of its retail and commercial leasing at Pixel Plaza, a lifestyle destination for creators and innovators in Abu Dhabi. Pixel offers 12,000 sq m of leasable space within seven tower residential development.

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Keventers opens its second food truck in City Walk

Thu, 02 Nov 2023

Keventers, the Original Milkshake Brand renowned for its 98-year legacy and 200+ outlets in India, has opened its 8th outlet and second food truck in the UAE at City Walk.

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Americana Restaurants 9M revenue at $1.9bn; net up 15.8pc

Thu, 02 Nov 2023

Americana Restaurants International, the largest out-of-home dining and quick service restaurant operator in Mena and Kazakhstan, has seen its nine-month (9M) net profit rise 15.8% to $226.7 million on solid revenues of $1.9 billion.

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Malaysia Airlines’ ‘loyal members’ celebrate at Bicester Village

Thu, 02 Nov 2023

Malaysia Airlines loyalty programme members were treated to a special members-exclusive event at Bicester Village, UK – a destination for luxury shopping featuring over 150 boutiques comprising fashion and lifestyle brands.

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Mena shopping app Tabby secures $200m in Series D funding

Wed, 01 Nov 2023

Tabby, a leading shopping and financial services app in Mena region, has raised $200 million in equity financing led by Wellington Management, one of the world’s leading independent investment management firms.