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UAE retailers reassure: shelves stocked, calm holds

Major supermarket chains say supply chains are holding steady, Eid offers remain on track

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Shoppers at a Nesto Hypermarket in Mia Mall, Sharjah on Thursday. Photo used for illustrative purposes.

Dubai steps up checks on fruit and vegetable prices

Authorities step up price monitoring after shoppers flag produce price spikes

Al Aweer Fruits and Vegetables market inspection.

No shortages, no price hikes - assure UAE supermarkets

Retailers report stable supplies and smooth operations across the UAE

No shortages, no price hikes: UAE supermarkets reassure residents

How M&S became part of Filipinos’ giving culture

Filipinos recall best memories with Marks & Spencer amid closure in May

British retailer Marks & Spencer to exit the Philippines on May 2 this year, ending an almost four-decade presence in the Southeast Asian market

Why Marks & Spencer is shutting Philippine stores

British retailer to close all 13 stores by May 2 amid changing demand

Marks & Spencer to shut all Philippine stores after four decades.

Dubai thrift spots where you actually find hidden gems

From spotting a pre-loved Coach bag to Calvin Klein denim skirt, the options are endless

Shoppers say items in ukay-ukay stores are cheaper than outlet stores.

Carrefour exits more countries: Plans upset investors

Supermarket giant said on Wednesday it would focus its future growth on just three markets

How UAE shops plan to keep Ramadan food prices low

Here are strategies applied by UAE retailers to protect Ramadan budgets

Shoppers browse Ramadan essentials at a UAE supermarket as retailers roll out price freezes and discounts ahead of the holy month.

MAF's discount store Sava opens in 2 new UAE locations

New openings take Sava stores to six emirates across the UAE

A shopper browses the aisles at a Sava discount store in the UAE.

How UAE's LuLu plans to keep prices in check

Retailer signs new global deals, expands private labels, targets faster e-commerce growth

As global food systems face growing strain, LuLu’s message is clear: tighter control of supply is now essential to keep shelves stocked — and prices stable — for Gulf consumers.

LuLu launches ‘Adipoli’, ‘Malayali Habibi’ in UAE

Find out about the products named after Kerala’s hook words launched at Gulfood 2026

Adipoli will be rolled out across all LuLu stores in the Middle East, starting with the UAE.

‘Ultra-fast’ retail is new normal in UAE, Middle East

Premium beauty, social commerce and, demand are reshaping Unilever’s Gulf strategy

Anything from food items to vacuum cleaners can be ordered online. The expectation: Delivery in 15 minutes. Fair and Lovely, one of Unilever’s most popular and controversial products on display in a supermarket aisle.

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