United Arab Emirates

The economy will pick up steam in 2019. An increase in government spending – especially large investments in infrastructure as part of the preparations for the 2020 World Expo – will be the main driver, however the OPEC+ production cap will limit the...

The first line of medicine for common ailments such as pain, fever, and flu symptoms in the United Arab Emirates continued to be analgesics at the end of the review period. It is highly common to find analgesics such as Panadol or Brufen in a ...

The desert conditions of the United Arab Emirates translate into a hot, humid and dusty environment, especially during the summer months when temperatures soar. This forces the population to stay indoors in air-conditioned environments. The sudden ...

Consumers in the United Arab Emirates are becoming increasingly focused on their appearance driven in part by the selfie culture and social media, with more photos being taken than ever before. This has also led to consumers paying more attention to ...

Growing awareness and the availability of a wide range of dietary supplements is encouraging consumers to invest in these products alongside a healthy diet and exercise. This stems from the fact that consumers have become increasingly interested in ...

The strong healthy living trend is becoming increasingly prominent among the population of the United Arab Emirates, as consumers begin to face stomach upsets and other digestive issues on a continuous basis. This is because of the population’s ...

Consumers in the United Arab Emirates are constantly exposed to digital screen technology throughout the day. All age groups, from toddlers upwards, are constantly exposed to screens from smartphones, tablets, television screens and bright ...

The popularity of herbal/traditional products continued to grow among consumers in the United Arab Emirates in 2019, as they became increasingly conscious of product ingredients and more sceptical about those that are synthetic. Therefore, ...

Thanks to government campaigns and a growing focus on the dangers of tobacco consumption, the percentage of adults who smoke in the United Arab Emirates continued to fall at the end of the review period. Many smokers try to abstain or reduce their ...

Consumer health saw a slight improvement on the previous year in current value terms in 2019 with the United Arab Emirates’ economy on the path to recovery. The Ministry of Health maintains strict regulation on health care and medicine prices and ...

The mandatory health care insurance for those who are employed in the United Arab Emirates also extends to the individual’s family members such as their spouse and children. Health care insurance usually offers good coverage for children including ...

Busy urban lifestyles have led some people to experience difficulties sleeping. Consumers are also faced with the challenge of the rising cost of living, including increases in home rental and education costs, which has contributed towards sleep ...

Celebrities and sports trainers have helped to make the idea of working out more attractive, while the population have also begun to understand the importance of remaining fit and healthy while ageing. Sports nutrition has benefited from this with ...

Vitamins is a category that is not covered under health care insurance in the United Arab Emirates, along with dietary supplements, unless in specific high doses that make it more of a medicine that is required for specific medical conditions. In ...

Traditional diet plans and exercise remain the leading methods for losing weight in the United Arab Emirates due to better long-term results. To accomplish these results, consumers often purchase a meal plan from a nutrition-based food company such ...

Wound care is considered an essential basic household item in the United Arab Emirates, especially for those homes with children. While not all households necessarily have first aid kits, most stock sticking plasters/adhesive bandages. As the trend ...

The region has recovered from economic uncertainties. Over the forecast period, improved stability is expected to continue driving consumer spending. Store-based retailing maintained dominance. Nonetheless, online retail has been gaining importance, ...

Consumer income and expenditure growth is forecast to sustain momentum by 2030, thanks to recovering commodity prices, tourism growth, and an increase in population caused by immigration. However, migration of workers is forecast to result in growing...

The report examines how the Shifting Market Frontiers megatrend has evolved over the last 12 months. It provides analysis on how shifting economic power, technology, and population changes are impacting core Shifting Market Frontier megatrends, and ...

Although the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is home to some of the wealthiest households globally, the country is experiencing a dip in consumer confidence. The property market has been especially impacted, with the government providing stimulus measures...