The first site opened in Shawamekh, Abu Dhabi, with six locations planned by the end of the year and a total of 30 expected by 2030
The 11.11 sale will run from November 7 to 12, with early deals already live on the platform, Amazon said
October’s sales also ranked as the third-highest monthly result in the retailer’s history, behind the all-time high of Dhs821.4m ($225m) achieved in December 2024
The investment is expected to create more than 1,000 new jobs and support local talent development, knowledge transfer, and the growth of robust supply chains
Fahed Ghanim, CEO, Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle, how the company is navigating omnichannel transformation, and staying ahead of regional trends — from the rise of sustainability and personalisation to the growing appetite for culturally attuned, experience-led retail
The new micro-fulfilment network uses advanced inventory systems and proximity-based logistics to anticipate hyperlocal demand and optimise delivery routes
DHF runs until October 16, with details available on the festival’s official website and social media channels
Taking place on January 29 and 30, 2026, the two-day event will showcase regional and international style trends, creativity, and innovation
Since its debut in 1997, Global Village has hosted over 100 million visitors
Diriyah Square, designed as a pedestrian-focused lifestyle and retail district, is part of the broader Diriyah development, which is forecast to contribute $18.6bn to the kngdom’s GDP
Dr Günther Helm, CEO of Majid Al Futtaim – Retail, explains how the new concept blends play, learning, and healthier food choices
The MD – MEA for Fynd shares how the unified commerce platform is building momentum in the UAE while eyeing Saudi Arabia as its next frontier
Despite e-commerce growth, half of the surveyed retailers plan to expand their physical footprint, with pop-up stores and in-store partnerships emerging as popular strategies to provide experiential value, the Zoho survey showed
Majid Al Futtaim opened 42 new stores across its portfolio in the period, while free cash flow reached Dhs1.1bn and net debt was reduced to Dhs13.4bn
Dubai Future Foundation said the programme could reduce reliance on delivery vehicles in densely populated areas
Under the new initiative, Club Apparel members can use points earned through purchases to acquire a share in Dubai’s property market via the PRYPCO Blocks app
According to a Nielsen-backed survey, 76 per cent of visits occur between 5pm and midnight, with 32 per cent of respondents visiting at least once a week
FiLLi Cafe, which operates in the UAE, US, UK, Oman, Qatar, Mauritius, Nepal, India and Pakistan, is looking to accelerate its international growth with COFE Cloud’s data-driven tools
Additional stores have since opened at Dubai Hills Mall and Mall of the Emirates, with further rollouts planned in India, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia in 2026
What UAE retailers need to know about the customer loyalty gap
Cenomi Retail and Al-Futtaim are negotiating a shareholder loan agreement under which Al-Futtaim will provide no less than SAR1.3bn in funding upon transaction completion
Brands are increasingly leveraging biodegradable materials, advanced papers, and even mycelium-based components, while slimming down designs to reduce emissions and logistical costs
Sterling Perfumes’ vision is to be recognised worldwide not solely as a perfume company, but as a lifestyle curator that empowers individuals to express themselves more vibrantly, says the chairman and CEO
Leading European and other global brands are pivoting away from China; however, till recently, they were not able to find a direct substitute for Chinese consumer demand
Seven new malls featuring luxury brands are scheduled to open across the UAE and Saudi Arabia by 2027, and these developments will definitely help boost the GCC luxury sector further, says Banda
The company currently operates a portfolio of global brands including KFC, Pizza Hut, Hardee’s, Krispy Kreme, Peet’s Coffee, TGI Friday’s, and Baskin Robbins
Majid Al Futtaim employs more than 43,000 people and serves 600 million customers across its physical and digital ecosystem each year
Sabbagh, the group manager – Global Research and Insights, Snap, explains how shifting behaviours, local leisure trends, and lower ad costs are reshaping the seasonal marketing playbook
From June 27 to August 31, DSS 2025 promises a summer well spent with endless ways for residents and visitors to enjoy incredible value for 66 non-stop days
Grocery shopping has gone from being a mundane chore to a futuristic journey powered by cutting-edge technology such as AI, ML, and IoT