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.
Self-service cafeterias in the United Arab Emirates witnessed growth across value sales, transactions and outlet numbers in 2023. The population of the United Arab Emirates increased over the review period supported by a significant rate of natural…
The self-service cafeterias category is expected to achieve a full recovery to a pre-pandemic level of value sales in 2023 and is expected to maintain healthy growth over the forecast period due to the growing number of expats entering the kingdom,…
Vegetable chips in the United Arab Emirates are gaining traction as a popular alternative to traditional potato chips. Made from ingredients such as kale, sweet potatoes, and beets, they are typically baked or dehydrated, leading to lower fat and…
The market for savoury snacks in Saudi Arabia is expected to see another year of robust growth in retail volume terms in 2024, thanks to the revival of busy pre-pandemic lifestyles, especially with more women joining the workforce, and an increase in…
Savoury snacks is expected to see current value growth in Israel in 2024. In May 2023, Strauss announced a price rise of up to 6% on many of its products, including potato chips, which came into effect in June 2023. In January 2024, Strauss again…