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UAE FMCG Market Trends & Landscape

  • Report

  • 50 Pages
  • January 2023
  • Region: United Arab Emirates
  • Imagine FMCG
  • ID: 5849365

Introduction

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is one of the most dynamic economies in the Middle East region. The UAE is characterized by its high per capita income, strong consumer spending, and a business-friendly environment. The country's strategic location at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, coupled with its modern infrastructure, has made it a hub for trade and commerce. The UAE's fast-growing FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) market presents an attractive opportunity for companies seeking to expand their operations in the region. This report presents a market entry strategy for a new FMCG product in the UAE market.

Market Overview

The FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) market in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has witnessed significant growth and transformation in recent years. The UAE FMCG market is worth approximately $38 billion and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5% over the next five years. The market is dominated by food and beverage products, followed by personal care and household products. The market's growth is driven by an increasing population, high disposable income, and changing consumer preferences.

One of the prominent trends in the UAE FMCG market is the shift towards healthier and more sustainable products. With growing awareness about health and wellness, consumers are actively seeking products that are organic, natural, and free from artificial additives. This trend has led to an increase in the demand for organic food products, natural beauty and personal care items, and eco-friendly household products. FMCG companies are responding to this trend by introducing healthier alternatives and emphasizing sustainability in their product offerings.

Convenience and on-the-go consumption are driving the growth of ready-to-eat and snacking segments in the UAE FMCG market. Busy lifestyles and a preference for quick and easy meals have led to an increase in demand for ready-to-eat meals, snacks, and beverages. FMCG companies are introducing innovative, on-the-go product formats and packaging to cater to this demand and provide convenient options for consumers.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the UAE FMCG market is characterized by several prominent trends, including a shift towards healthier and sustainable products, the rise of e-commerce and digitalization, a demand for international flavors, a focus on sustainability and CSR, and the growth of convenience-oriented segments.

In depth details can be found in this report.

Table of Contents

I. MARKET TRENDS & LANDSCAPE
  • Macro-Economic Trends
  • Bahrain
  • Oman
  • Kuwait
  • Qatar
  • Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia
  • United Arab Emirates
  • GCC Landscape
  • Market Demographics
  • GCC Total Population
  • UAE Total Population Split
  • UAE Ethnicity & Gender Split
  • Market Shopper Trends
  • GCC FMCG Growth
  • Consumer Shift vs 2019
  • E-Commerce Statistics & Trends
  • Online Shopping vs In-Store Shopping
  • UAE Retailer Mapping
  • Retail Overview
  • Retail Channel Share
  • Top UAE Retailers
  • Speciality Stores
  • Petrol Stations
  • FMCG E-Commerce
  • Dark Stores & Dark Kitchens
  • UAE Retailer Trends
  • Social & Environmental Programs

Companies Mentioned

  • Deliveroo
  • Kibsons
  • Amazon UAE
  • Carrefour UAE
  • Spinneys
  • Waitrose
  • Lulu
  • Dubai Municipality
  • Emarat/Enoc/Zoom
  • Talabat/Noon/Careem
  • Union Coop
  • Al Maya
  • Choithram