Explore the latest trends, demand drivers and growth opportunitie...
Explore the latest trends, demand drivers and growth opportunities in the Middle East, with in-depth market and data analysis from our in-country field researchers and regional experts.
Low birth rates continue to negatively impact the performance of baby food in the United Arab Emirates. Although most families have now returned to the United Arab Emirates, the socioeconomic revival of 2023 brought rising prices across all products…
In 2023, the United Arab Emirates saw robust economic performance, ranking second in the Middle East and Africa region for average gross income, driven by a strong labour market, zero income tax and government support for low-income households.…
In 2023, the United Arab Emirates saw robust economic performance, ranking second in the Middle East and Africa region for average gross income, driven by a strong labour market, zero income tax and government support for low-income households.…
Saudi Arabia’s young techno-savvy population is the largest in the country’s history and is the driving force behind sales of wearable electronics. Young consumers are always looking for something new and unique and are growing more discerning about…
Wearable electronics is set to see volume sales rise in Israel in 2024. Samsung is expected to launch the Samsung Ring during the year as an attractive alternative to smart watches and other smart portables. The smart ring is likely to be available…
Wireless speakers is the winning category within portable players in Saudi Arabia. Streaming services and smartphones with poor audio quality are driving demand for wireless speakers. Streaming services often offer high-quality audio options, such as…
Portable players is set to see volume sales increase in Israel in 2024 driven by wireless speakers. In keeping with its results throughout the review period, the wireless speakers category is set to see volume growth in 2024. It continues to benefit…
Smartphones are ubiquitous devices in Saudi Arabia, reflecting the global trend. While affordability and technology upgrades led to a smartphone boom, volume sales have declined in recent years. The slowdown in volumes is reflective of the high…
Mobile phones is set to see volume sales fall in Israel in 2024. In February 2024, Samsung launched its AI integrated S24 Ultra smartphone in Israel to much interest. Samsung appears to be the only AI integrated smartphone on the Israeli market, with…
In-car entertainment is seeing structural declines in Saudi Arabia as separate navigation systems become defunct. In current times, most new cars, including non-luxury vehicles, come equipped with voice-enabled in-car GPS. Car navigation devices…