With the successful conclusion of the HOMELIFE UAE Expo in June, the Middle Eastern market has once again demonstrated its immense potential! The event was lively, with a bustling crowd and highly effective business matching.
The biggest home and gift trade matching and procurement event in Dubai for the second half of the year.
The 17th HOMELIFE UAE Expo
It’s back again!
December 17-19
Will once again ignite Dubai!
The market potential is huge!
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Chinese companies expand overseas, focusing on the UAE.
Radiate throughout the Middle East market and fully seize the opportunities in the home and gift industry.
2024 marks the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and the UAE. China remains the UAE's top trading partner, with bilateral trade reaching around $95 billion in 2023. Both countries are committed to strengthening economic ties, aiming to increase bilateral trade to $200 billion by 2030.
Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between the UAE and China: Qingdao Station Opening
Source: China Daily
Dubai, located at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, has become a key gateway and regional commercial hub for global businesses, thanks to its open business environment, strategic geographic location, advanced infrastructure, favorable tax policies, and forward-looking economic development plans.
Additionally, Dubai boasts world-class infrastructure and a well-developed transportation network, making it a crucial gateway for Chinese companies and their products to enter the Middle East and other international markets.
Moreover, the UAE has created numerous opportunities for investors, including those from China, through initiatives such as the Belt and Road Initiative, joining the BRICS group, and signing free trade agreements.
Shopping consumption is heating up!
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The Middle East is expected to become a new global shopping hotspot in the future.
Dubai's per capita spending is second only to New York.
According to the report "Shopping for Growth: How to Build a City Retail Destination" by PwC's Strategy& Middle East, Dubai and other GCC cities are rapidly developing and are poised to become new global shopping hotspots in the future.
The report projects that retail spending in the GCC region will increase by 37% from 2022 to 2028, reaching $300 billion.
As the leading city in the GCC, Dubai stands out as one of the world's top six retail destinations, alongside international giants like London, Milan, and New York. Dubai's per capita retail spending is about $14,000, second only to New York City.
Buyer procurement is booming!
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The first batch of major buyer procurement lists is here!
Complementary needs—let's connect quickly!
Procurement Products: Home goods, daily necessities, beauty and personal care
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Founded in 1973 and headquartered in the UAE, Landmark Group has evolved into a comprehensive retail and hospitality entity. It operates over 2,200 retail stores, leisure, and hospitality outlets across the GCC, the Middle East, India, Southeast Asia, and Africa. Today, Landmark Group is one of the largest omnichannel retailers in the GCC and a leading home and fashion retailer in India.
Procurement Products: Home decor items
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Founded in 2017, Blends offers home products including, but not limited to, furniture, decor items, lighting, textiles, kitchenware, and bathroom essentials. At Blends, our goal is simple: to infuse passion and color into everything you see, touch, and feel.
Procurement Products: Household goods, kitchenware
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Select Market LLC, a subsidiary of Das Holding Group of Companies, was established in 2011 and currently operates five branches in Abu Dhabi, UAE. In 2014, the management of Select Market decided to elevate standards and spirit through ambitious plans and strategies. The product categories include kitchen and bathroom cleaning supplies, household essentials, and various daily necessities.
Procurement Products: Household goods, dining and kitchenware
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Home Centre is the largest omnichannel home goods retailer in the Middle East, North Africa, and the Indian subcontinent. It currently operates over 80 stores across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Egypt, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and India. With annual sales exceeding $151 million, Home Centre offers a wide range of furniture, decor, and home products across its stores in the Middle East and India.
A large number of buyers are enthusiastically registering and signing up...
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The Middle Eastern market is "golden everywhere"!
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As quoted from an interview with Mr. Abdullah, UAE Minister of Economy: “Not every business model will succeed here. The UAE has a sufficiently open environment and capital, but you must be a smart entrepreneur.”
The Middle Eastern market is "golden everywhere," but breaking into and succeeding in this market is no easy feat. To navigate and establish a foothold more easily, consider attending the HOMELIFE Dubai Expo, which will offer valuable insights and opportunities to expand your international business.
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