Middle East

Despite remaining above pre-pandemic levels in 2024, retail volume sales of computer and peripherals in the United Arab Emirates continue to fall compared to the previous year due to economic conditions and inflation rates. These factors are…

Demand for consumer electronics in the United Arab Emirates continues to rise in 2024. Despite a further increase in retail volumes, the significant rise in the average unit price of consumer electronics continues to push up more dynamic value sales…

Demand for headphones in the United Arab Emirates continues to grow, with the category experiencing a period of exciting growth and diversification. While wired headphones are losing ground due to the convenience of wireless options, the overall…

Demand for home audio and cinema in the United Arab Emirates continues to decline, as the category faces ongoing pressure from home video, which continues to record a strong performance within local consumer electronics. The increasing demand for…

Demand for home video in the United Arab Emirates continues to rise, driven by televisions. The local market is witnessing a significant surge in demand for 98-inch models of televisions, with TCL and Hisense emerging as the top players driving this…

Imaging devices in the United Arab Emirates is undergoing significant changes driven by several notable trends. Consumer spending habits and purchasing decisions are being influenced by various factors, including advancements in technology, shifting…

Following consistent retail volume declines over the review period, driven by in-car navigation, overall demand for in-car entertainment in the United Arab Emirates is starting to stabilise. The recent floods experienced in the United Arab Emirates…

Demand for smartphones in the United Arab Emirates remains robust despite a further increase in unit prices, particularly in the case of Samsung devices. Samsung, known for its premium offerings, has seen a notable uptick in pricing, reflecting…

Demand for portable players in the United Arab Emirates continues to rise, driven by the popularity of wireless speakers. This is mainly due to consumers preferring these portable options over built-in smartphone speakers or streaming services with…

Demand for wearable electronics in the United Arab Emirates continues to grow, driven by a smartwatch boom, potentially sidelining basic fitness trackers. However, inflation is pushing consumers towards "affordable indulgence" as they seek…

Consumers and peripherals is set to see volume sales fall in Israel in 2024. Ongoing consumer price sensitivity during 2024 and the lack of resale value on printers have meant that most people have preferred not to invest in printers during the year.…

Computers and peripherals in Saudi Arabia witnessed volume sales decline in 2024, following the downward trend seen in recent years. This decline can be attributed to various factors, including weak demand from the consumer and commercial sectors, a…

The Israeli economy saw a significant dip over the last quarter of 2023, dropping by nearly 20% according to the Bank of Israel. In line with most of 2023, the Israeli Government sought to get inflation under control, which by the end of 2023 saw a…

Consumer electronics in Saudi Arabia is positively impacted by rising GDP and growing consumer confidence, supporting an upbeat performance in volume and current value growth. It is one of the fastest growing industries in the country underpinned by…

Headphones is set to see volume sales rise in Israel in 2024. The headphones category, particularly TWS buds, has appeared to be immune from consumer price sensitivity over 2024 as prices have not decreased and neither have price promotions been much…

The popularity of wireless and true wireless headphones continues to grow in 2024, driven by the convenience of wireless connectivity and Bluetooth technology. Many people find true wireless headphones to be more stylish and visually appealing…

Sales of home audio and cinema are likely to see decline in Israel in 2024 as consumers continue to cut back on non-essential expenditure. Moreover, demand for these products has been falling steadily for several years due to cannibalisation by other…

In 2024, volume sales of home audio and cinema continued to decline, but at a much lower rate than in recent years. Consumer demand for high-performance home theatre experiences is increasing in Saudi Arabia, owing to increased disposable income,…

Home video is set to see volume sales decline in Israel in 2024. Volume sales of televisions are likely to see decline during the year despite competitive pricing by retailers seeking to stimulate the market, particularly in the mid-range bracket…

In the competitive world of televisions, where renowned brands are most trusted, players are prioritising profitability over volume share. With volume sales continuing to decline in 2024, some companies are allocating resources and investments…