Reem Al Bawadi restaurant chain acquisition to add Dh45m to Marka earnings
The purchase of the Reem Al Bawadi restaurant chain by Marka could add about Dh45 million in earnings to the Dubai-listed company. The...
UAE consumers among world's most confident in Q1, says Nielsen
Leading consumer electronics retailer also wins Customer Promotion of the Year Khobar, Saudi Arabia, 24th May 2015 eXtra (United...
UAE consumers among world's most confident in Q1, says Nielsen
Consumer confidence in the UAE was the highest among Middle East countries for the first quarter of 2015, according to the latest Nielsen...
Fashion retailer plans $54m expansion across Gulf region
UAE-based fashion retailer SANA has announced plans to expand its store network across the Gulf over the next five years. The retailer...
Lower profits for UAE retailers this summer
Some will offer promotions and discounts to reel in consumers Shoppers at Deira City Centre. Retail demand has traditionally declined...
How much do you spend on food as UAE resident?
On average, each UAE resident spends Dh8,800 on foods, and eats 862kg annually Average food consumption of UAE resident is approximately...
What eating out in Dubai will be like in 2020 [video]
Dubai Municipality’s futuristic video showcases their plans on food safety By Sneha May Francis Ever wondered what it would be like to...
UAE clothing chain Max to open 20 more Saudi stores
UAE-based low-cost clothing retailer Max is expecting over the next year to open 20 more stores in Saudi Arabia, its biggest market in...
SME profile: Kidz Factory more than just child’s play
Kids enjoy drawing and other activities at the Digi Zone of Kidz Factory in Al Wahda Mall. Delores Johnson / The National Amiri Gandhi, a...
Dubai Parks and Resorts on track for October 2016 launch
Dubai Parks and Resorts, a unit of Meraas Holdings, is on track for October 2016 launch. During the first quarter of 2015 it has signed...