Retail Brand Storytelling Is the Strategy You Are Ignoring
May 5, 2026
New data from the Voices of Retail 2026 report reveals a widening gap between UK retailers who are growing and those who are not. At
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The New Geometry of the Luxury Destination
April 3, 2026
The mall-as-landlord model is obsolete. Three integration models are replacing it — and the operators building them are redefining luxury retail and the luxury destination
NextGen Retail Challenge Drives Innovation in Saudi Retail
February 17, 2026
The NextGen Retail Challenge, led by RLC Global Forum, concluded with a final showcase, marking the culmination of Saudi Arabia’s first industry-led initiative dedicated to
Primark Confirms Next Steps of Expansion in the Middle East in Partnership with Alshaya Group
February 9, 2026
International fashion retailer Primark is accelerating its expansion in the Middle East with Alshaya Group, confirming five new stores set to open across the UAE,
2026 RLC Global Forum Concludes in Riyadh, Advancing the Global Retail Agenda
February 5, 2026
From AI-powered merchandising to retail real estate reinvention, the 2026 RLC Global Forum in Riyadh brought global leaders together to shape the future of retail
Al Huda Park: Makkah’s most vibrant upcoming lifestyle and retail destination
January 26, 2026
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
RLC Global Forum Launches First Industry-Led NextGen Retail Initiative in Saudi Arabia
January 19, 2026
The NextGen Retail Challenge is empowering Saudi Arabia’s next-generation retail economy through innovation, talent development, and national collaboration.
Souq7 in Jeddah Launches as the Largest Open-Air Saudi Retail Destination
December 12, 2025
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
A Three-Market Review of Global Holiday Shopping Dynamics
December 9, 2025
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
Cenomi Centers Rebrands Nakheel Mall as Westfield Dammam
December 3, 2025
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,
Retail in the Polycrisis Economy: The New Realities of Global Commerce
December 2, 2025
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
Grocery’s Big 2025 Winter Holiday Moment
November 28, 2025
The 2025 winter holiday outlook shows grocery emerging as a powerhouse in the retail sector, as shoppers prioritize value, convenience, and practicality.
2026 RLC Global Forum Defines Growth Crossroads for a World in Transition
November 17, 2025
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
Luxury Growth Strategies: Experience, Access, and Speed
November 6, 2025
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,
Behind ChatGPT’s New Instant Checkout and What It Means for Businesses
October 31, 2025
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