Middle East

AliExpress extends Affiliate Programme with GCC content creators

The initiative aims to assist influencers in marketing AliExpress products.

AliExpress extends Affiliate Programme with GCC content creators

The initiative aims to assist influencers in marketing AliExpress products.

Landmark Group improves Kuwait fulfilment centre through automation, robotics

Addverb will provide upgrades for a quicker automated system inside the fulfilment centres.

Israel’s Jeffs’ Brands closes $7.28m private placement

The net proceeds will be used to improve the company’s overall operations and capital.

Giordano expands footprint in Middle East

The stores are located in UAE, Qatar and Kuwait, with two in the latter.

Saudi Arabia’s Panda Retail uses AI for pricing decisions

This will be applied to about 200 hypermarkets and supermarkets.

How Watsons plans to tap Middle East’s fast-growing consumer market

The beauty company opened 17 stores in the region in just two years. 

Consumer spending in Kuwait to grow nearly 7% in 2022

This is thanks to eased restrictions and low jobless rate amongst others. 

Petzone awarded Direct Retailer of the Year in Retail Asia Awards

It was recognised for providing leading animal care and educating pet owners.

Kuwait’s consumer spending to grow 6.2% in 2022

This is due to Kuwait's recovery from COVID-19.

Kuwait household spending to grow 6.7% in 2022

It is expected to reach $31.9b, surpassing pre-pandemic spending levels.

J&T Express eyes largest smart logistics park in Middle East

The logistics firm will be opening a regional headquarters in Saudi Arabia.

Watsons opens first store in Qatar

The nearly 3,000 square feet store features designated zones like Natural & Clean Beauty.