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Congratulations to #SkiDubai, Louvre Abu Dhabi, #ReelCinemas, Al Rawabi - الروابي and Arla Foods's #Puck for making it to the top 5 in the UAE's Biggest Brand Movers list! Check out how the top 10 brands performed between December 2023 and January 2024, based on positive movement across 13 brand metrics tracked by YouGov BrandIndex. View the top 10 Biggest Brand Movers and their performance here: https://okt.to/em8WkA

And that's this evenings main evening news, good night 😜 All jokes aside, we covered a huge amount during this recent webinar with Santander as we prepped their UK customers on the do's and don'ts of expanding into the GCC market. There are a huge number of misconceptions that Business's from the West have about doing business in the Middle East and it's vital not to rely solely on assumptions when expanding internationally as it leads to extremely costly mistakes. Check out Santander Navigator platform for the full Webinar.... MONIKA KEMP (Née Gajek) #globalexpansions #beautymiddleeast #consultants #beautyworld

📣Take a look at KSA's top customer recommended brands 👀 Congratulations to SAUDI AIRLINES, Adidas, NEOM, ALBAIK Food Systems Co., #sketchers, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Nike, Apple's iPhone and #diorbeauty for make it to the top 10 rankers list! For more insights into the top ranker's recommend scores and top improver brands check out YouGov's article👉https://okt.to/hEf9iJ

Is it time for Asia to embrace the Boxing Day sale? In Australia, the day after Christmas is the biggest shopping day of the year, as retailers offer end of year bargains, clearing unsold stocks at discounted rates. Other markets around the world are getting in on the act - for example, the December 26 12-hour megasale is now part of the Dubai Shopping Festival. Some Asian countries are reporting softer than usual December sales - so it there an opportunity for retailers to band together and encourage this as a way to soften the landing in slow years, and providing an exclamation point the the prosperous ones? #retailnews #retailtrends (photo credit: The Australian)

Dubai's success isn't just in its skyscrapers but its strategic approach to customer-centricity, much like how a DTC brand must operate. They defined their market, dissected their customer's needs, and built to attract. Global Village is a testament to that. Foodies check it out! #dubai #skyscrapers #customercentricity #dtcbrand #marketdefinition

💥 Weather Woes and Economic Shifts Hit Decathlon UK Hard! 💥 1. 📉 Turnover Decline: #Decathlon UK's turnover dropped by 5%, impacted by declining purchasing power and unpredictable weather. 2. 🌧️ Bad Weather: Poor weather conditions contributed to reduced store traffic and sales. 3. 🏢 Store Closures: Six underperforming stores closed in two years, contributing to a 2.5% reduction in turnover. 4. 💰 Economic Impact: European sports goods market revenue dropped by 5% in 2022, recovering slightly to -2.6% in 2023. 5. 🏋️♂️ Consumer Spending: On average, European consumers spent $53.33 annually on sports goods in 2023. 6. 🌐 Transformation Strategy: Implementing a £10 million plan, including a new website, store modernization, warehouse automation, and circular business models.

Sun & Sand Sports operates 120+ stores globally. The brand has now brought fitness into its core and is all set to transition several of its stores to their innovative 3.5 concept, exemplified by their recently relaunched flagship location at Mall of the Emirates. With plans to significantly increase their footprint in the next six months, GMG wants to ramp up the #FunToTheFinish concept -where sport is all about enjoyment, not just winning within the GCC, across its existing and new stores. Their global ambitions are also robust, having recently entered South-East Asia & North Africa, specifically Egypt, the brand now wants to take it a notch higher with new initiatives. In conversation with Mohamed Azhar Bodiat Senior Vice President of Brands at GMG to understand how the brand is riding on retail growth through gamification and interactive store formats. Read full article here: https://lnkd.in/dtGANaPK #RetailInnovation #FunToTheFinish #SunAndSandSports #MOE #ActiveLifestyle #Sportswear #GMG #FitnessForAll #InclusiveRetail

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🏉 Global Reach Through Local Pride: Checkers' Winning Formula 🏉 As South Africa’s retail landscape evolves, Checkers is making bold moves to market its brand globally, combining the country's passion for rugby with culinary excellence. By leveraging its partnership with Jamie Oliver and its strategic involvement in rugby, Checkers is showcasing not only quality but also a deep connection to culture and tradition. 1. Rugby Sponsorship: Rugby isn’t just a sport in South Africa—it’s a symbol of national pride and unity. By aligning with this, Checkers has tapped into a powerful cultural touchstone that resonates deeply with both local and international audiences. The global attention on SA rugby opens doors for the brand to extend its reach beyond borders, showcasing its quality products to fans worldwide. 2. The Jamie Oliver Campaign: Bringing on board Jamie Oliver, a global food icon, has further elevated Checkers’ status as a premium retailer. This collaboration, which champions affordable, fresh, and sustainable food choices, speaks to modern consumers. It bridges the gap between South African culinary traditions and global food trends, while making gourmet experiences accessible to everyone. These initiatives aren’t just about selling products—they're about telling a story. A story of quality, culture, and connection that appeals to a broad audience, both locally and internationally. 🌍 Checkers is crafting a masterclass in how a brand can remain authentically local while thinking globally. 🔥 The Shoprite Group of Companies #MarketingStrategy #GlobalBrand #RetailInnovation #Checkers #JamieOliver #Rugby #ProudlySA #BrandBuilding #GlobalReach