Dubai e-commerce sales to hit $7.6 billion by 2025
Dubai e-commerce sales are on track to reach $7.6 billion by 2025, according to industry forecasts.
With the sector set for rapid expansion, Dubai Customs has met with the courier…
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Forever New signs three-store deal in Kuwait
As part of its strategic partnership with UAE fashion conglomerate Apparel Group, womenswear brand Forever New is opening three flagship stores in Kuwait.
The collaboration will also expand Forever New’s…
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Lulu Group opens its largest in-mall hypermarket in Dubai Mall
UAE-based hypermarket operator Lulu Group has opened a branch at the Dubai Mall, its largest in-mall hypermarket,
The outlet increased the Group’s store count to 24 in Dubai.
Chairman of…
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Endava to expand in UAE
Endava, a London-based provider of payment and retail solutions, is set to expand its footprint in the UAE, joining the Ministry of Economy’s NextGen FDI programme.
In so doing, the…
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UAE Apple stores are among busiest worldwide, global retail chief reveals
UAE Apple Stores are among the company’s busiest in the world, according to the iPhone manufacturer.
The brand has fostered “really strong” relationships with the local community, Apple’s senior vice…
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Oh Polly launches Middle East website
British fast-fashion brand Oh Polly is launching a new website and social media platforms in the Middle East.
This move comes as part of the brand’s international expansion plans.
Founded…
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24SEVEN launches in UAE
24SEVEN, a Pakistan’s technology and community commerce platform, has launched in the UAE.
The entry into the new market marks the first step in its GCC expansion plans.
Co-founder and…
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LuLu Group International to double Bahrain investments
UAE-based hypermarket giant LuLu Group is set to double its total investment in Bahrain to over BD200 million by opening three more branches in the next three to four months,…
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KFH launches Zaheb digital platform for e-payment solutions
Kuwait Finance House (KFH) has launched the Zaheb digital platform for merchants and owners of SMEs as part of its efforts to enhance technology, digital transformation and improve service level. …
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QNB Group launches payments gateway for e-commerce merchants
QNB Group, Mea’s largest financial institution, has launched the first locally established payment gateway in Qatar, QNB Payment Gateway.
The gateway was created to provide local merchants with an advanced…
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‘Retailers must understand critical importance of connecting with the consumers,’ says Giordano ME CEO Ishwar Chugani
MeRetailNews sat down with the CEO of Giordano ME, Ishwar Chugani, to learn more about the company’s journey to success, expansion plans and challenges ahead. Founded in Hong Kong in…
Mytheresa to expand in Middle East, says company’s CEO, Michael Kliger
German luxury e-commerce platform Mytheresa will be expanding its operations in the Middle East, said the company’s CEO, Michael Kliger. Mytheresa has been slow to engage in the region until…
Our business has undoubtedly benefited from the digital revolution, says Brands For Less CEO Toufic Kreidieh
MeRetailNews sat down with the CEO of the Brands for Less Group, Toufic Kreidieh, to learn more about the company’s path to success and to hear about its aspirations, digital…
7 questions with … Nick Batey
Nick Batey is the general manager, Mena region, of British food and clothes retailer Marks & Spencer. ME Retail News finds out what advice he would give his 13-year-old self,…