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Khaleej Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
UAE spending surge anticipated heading into Dubai Summer Surprises 2025
As the UAE gears up for another season of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS), new data reveals a sharp increase in digital spending during last year's campaign, with signals pointing to even greater momentum this summer. The number of daily digital transactions in the UAE jumped by 25% year-on-year during the DSS 2024 period, while consumers also spent more per transaction, with average ticket sizes growing by 16% year-on-year, according to data from A closer look at the data uncovers deeper consumer behaviour shifts. Spending on interior furnishings rose notably last year, suggesting that many residents used the summer period and DSS sales as an opportunity to upgrade their homes. Recreation-related categories also spiked, indicating an increase in families opting for local leisure experiences during the school break. The toys and sporting goods sector saw heightened activity as parents looked to keep children engaged through the hotter months, while education spending climbed as families paid school tuition and stocked up for the academic year ahead. Notably, the automotive category also saw a summer boost, driven by seasonal promotions on vehicles and related services. own processing volumes in the UAE rose by 44% during last year's DSS, reflecting a broader shift toward online-first lifestyles and growing consumer trust in digital payments across high-intent seasonal moments. These insights are consistent with latest State of Digital Commerce in MENA 2025 report, which found 62% of UAE consumers plan to increase their online shopping next year, and 44% now say that they shop for better options online even while browsing in-store. 'Dubai Summer Surprises continues to act as a key catalyst for digital commerce in the region,' said Remo Giovanni Abbondandolo, General Manager for MENA at 'From household upgrades to family recreation and back-to-school prep, the data shows UAE consumers turning to digital channels to meet both everyday needs and high-value purchases. With the growth we've seen year over year, we expect 2025 to break even more records.' As the region continues to lead in digital commerce adoption, the summer months are proving to be peak moments for merchants to connect with digitally savvy consumers driven by speed, convenience, and seamless online experiences.
Gulf Business
2 days ago
- Business
- Gulf Business
UAE sees 25% rise in digital transactions during Dubai's summer shopping festival: Checkout.com
Image: Supplied As Dubai gears up for its annual According to the payment solutions provider, daily digital transactions in the UAE rose by 25 per cent year-on-year during DSS 2024. Consumers also spent more per transaction, with average ticket sizes increasing by 16 per cent. own UAE processing volumes surged 44 per cent year-on-year, reflecting greater consumer trust in digital payments and a shift toward online-first retail behaviour during key seasonal campaigns. Deals A deeper look at the transaction data shows significant changes in consumer buying patterns. Categories such as interior furnishings, recreation, and education saw marked increases, as residents took advantage of DSS deals to renovate homes, invest in local family activities, and prepare for the academic year. Toys and sporting goods also spiked as parents sought ways to keep children engaged over the summer. The automotive sector benefited from summer-specific promotions, driving up digital activity for vehicle purchases and services. These findings align with State of Digital Commerce in MENA 2025 report, which found that 62 per cent of UAE consumers plan to increase their online shopping in the year ahead. Furthermore, 44 per cent of shoppers said they now browse in physical stores while comparing options online. Read more: 'Dubai Summer Surprises continues to act as a key catalyst for digital commerce in the region,' said Remo Giovanni Abbondandolo, general manager for MENA at 'From household upgrades to family recreation and back-to-school prep, the data shows UAE consumers turning to digital channels to meet both everyday needs and high-value purchases. With the growth we've seen year over year, we expect 2025 to break even more records.' As the UAE continues to lead the region in digital commerce adoption, the summer season is emerging as a critical engagement window for merchants aiming to reach a digitally savvy, convenience-driven consumer base.
Web Release
3 days ago
- Business
- Web Release
UAE Spending Surge Anticipated Heading into Dubai Summer Surprises 2025
As the UAE gears up for another season of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS), new data from reveals a sharp increase in digital spending during last year's campaign, with signals pointing to even greater momentum this summer. The number of daily digital transactions in the UAE jumped by 25% year-on-year during the DSS 2024 period, while consumers also spent more per transaction, with average ticket sizes growing by 16% year-on-year. own processing volumes in the UAE rose by 44% during last year's DSS, reflecting a broader shift toward online-first lifestyles and growing consumer trust in digital payments across high-intent seasonal moments. A closer look at the data uncovers deeper consumer behaviour shifts. Spending on interior furnishings rose notably last year, suggesting that many residents used the summer period and DSS sales as an opportunity to upgrade their homes. Recreation-related categories also spiked, indicating an increase in families opting for local leisure experiences during the school break. The toys and sporting goods sector saw heightened activity as parents looked to keep children engaged through the hotter months, while education spending climbed as families paid school tuition and stocked up for the academic year ahead. Notably, the automotive category also saw a summer boost, driven by seasonal promotions on vehicles and related services. These insights are consistent with latest State of Digital Commerce in MENA 2025 report, which found 62% of UAE consumers plan to increase their online shopping next year, and 44% now say that they shop for better options online even while browsing in-store. 'Dubai Summer Surprises continues to act as a key catalyst for digital commerce in the region,' said Remo Giovanni Abbondandolo, General Manager for MENA at 'From household upgrades to family recreation and back-to-school prep, the data shows UAE consumers turning to digital channels to meet both everyday needs and high-value purchases. With the growth we've seen year over year, we expect 2025 to break even more records.' As the region continues to lead in digital commerce adoption, the summer months are proving to be peak moments for merchants to connect with digitally savvy consumers driven by speed, convenience, and seamless online experiences.
Zawya
3 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
UAE spending surge anticipated heading into Dubai Summer Surprises 2025
Dubai, UAE – As the UAE gears up for another season of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS), new data from reveals a sharp increase in digital spending during last year's campaign, with signals pointing to even greater momentum this summer. The number of daily digital transactions in the UAE jumped by 25% year-on-year during the DSS 2024 period, while consumers also spent more per transaction, with average ticket sizes growing by 16% year-on-year. own processing volumes in the UAE rose by 44% during last year's DSS, reflecting a broader shift toward online-first lifestyles and growing consumer trust in digital payments across high-intent seasonal moments. A closer look at the data uncovers deeper consumer behaviour shifts. Spending on interior furnishings rose notably last year, suggesting that many residents used the summer period and DSS sales as an opportunity to upgrade their homes. Recreation-related categories also spiked, indicating an increase in families opting for local leisure experiences during the school break. The toys and sporting goods sector saw heightened activity as parents looked to keep children engaged through the hotter months, while education spending climbed as families paid school tuition and stocked up for the academic year ahead. Notably, the automotive category also saw a summer boost, driven by seasonal promotions on vehicles and related services. These insights are consistent with latest State of Digital Commerce in MENA 2025 report, which found 62% of UAE consumers plan to increase their online shopping next year, and 44% now say that they shop for better options online even while browsing in-store. 'Dubai Summer Surprises continues to act as a key catalyst for digital commerce in the region,' said Remo Giovanni Abbondandolo, General Manager for MENA at 'From household upgrades to family recreation and back-to-school prep, the data shows UAE consumers turning to digital channels to meet both everyday needs and high-value purchases. With the growth we've seen year over year, we expect 2025 to break even more records.' As the region continues to lead in digital commerce adoption, the summer months are proving to be peak moments for merchants to connect with digitally savvy consumers driven by speed, convenience, and seamless online experiences. About processes payments for thousands of companies that shape the digital economy. Our global digital payments network supports over 145 currencies and delivers high-performance payment solutions across the world, processing billions of transactions annually. We help enterprise merchants boost acceptance rates, reduce processing costs, combat fraud, and turn payments into a major revenue driver. Headquartered in London and with 19 offices worldwide, is trusted by leading brands such as Alshaya Group, Botim, eBay, Dyson, Hunger Station, Instashop, Qlub, Majid Al Futtaim, Netflix, SHEIN, Sony and Tamara.
