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As Makkah’s retail landscape evolves under Vision 2030, Al Huda Park, developed by Hamat, offers a clear example of how destination retail is being reimagined to serve residents, visitors, and long-term urban growth.
The NextGen Retail Challenge is empowering Saudi Arabia’s next-generation retail economy through innovation, talent development, and national collaboration.
Inaugurated under the patronage of the Deputy Governor of the Makkah Region and graced by the Governor of Jeddah, Souq7 has opened its doors as Saudi Arabia’s largest open-air retail and tourism destination.
How is global holiday shopping shaping up this year? A look at Hong Kong, Germany, and the UK reveals sharply different consumer moods and spending patterns.
Westfield Dammam, the first Cenomi Centers asset to carry the Westfield brand, marks a major milestone for Saudi Arabia’s retail landscape. Formerly Nakheel Dammam Mall, the center strengthens Cenomi’s partnership with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield and introduces an enhanced customer experience with new retail, F&B, and entertainment options.
The certainties that once underpinned global retail are eroding. In their place stands a polycrisis economy, where geopolitics and consumer anxiety set the tempo for global commerce, forcing retailers to rethink how they plan, price, source, and compete.
The 2025 winter holiday outlook shows grocery emerging as a powerhouse in the retail sector, as shoppers prioritize value, convenience, and practicality.
LuxExperience’s decision to sell The Outnet surprised many across the luxury sector. Once a pioneer in designer off-price, its sale highlights how complex the online discount fashion market has become.
The luxury sector loves a comeback story and 2026 might just deliver one. After a year of flat growth and shaken consumers, Bain and Altagamma say the industry is finally resetting.
The 2026 RLC Global Forum unveils six global themes and strategic partnerships with Cenomi Centers and Panda Retail Company, framing a new vision for retail growth amid Riyadh’s rise as a catalyst for global transformation.
AI is ready to shop. Global consumers aren’t so sure. As technology assumes more of the buying process, trust and not convenience has become the deciding factor.
The €4.7 billion sale of Kering Beauty to L’Oréal marks a decisive turn in the balance of power across the global beauty and luxury industries.
Luxury retail is evolving, as brands face pressure to rethink growth strategies. Today’s consumers expect more than prestige—they seek immersive experiences, on-demand access, and personalized, time-efficient service.
Despite a wave of recent high-profile appointments—from Maria Grazia Chiuri at Fendi to Grace Wales Bonner at Hermès—women remain the exception, not the rule, in luxury fashion’s leadership ranks.
The internet has taught us many things: how to scroll, how to compare, how to abandon a cart with conviction. Now it’s teaching us how to buy without ever leaving the chat. Instant Checkout has turned ChatGPT from a conversation platform into a sales channel.