On 1 January 2024, Dubai reinstated the 30% tax on alcohol sales after a 2-year suspension, marking a significant shift in the pricing landscape for alcoholic beverages. Despite this policy change, bars/pubs in the United Arab Emirates is expected to continue its growth trajectory over the forecast period, as many consumers remain relatively unaffected by price increases in this channel.
Over the forecast period, delivery in the United Arab Emirates is set to experience steady growth, driven by increasing consumer demand for convenience, digital ordering innovations, and competitive pricing from third-party delivery platforms. As busy professionals, remote workers, and younger demographics seek on-the-go solutions, an increasing number of cafés and specialist coffee shops are optimising their delivery services to cater for this growing demand.
Costa Coffee in the United Arab Emirates has taken its loyalty programme to the next level with the introduction of “Bean Sharing”, a first-of-its-kind feature in the region that allows customers to share their loyalty points, or “Beans”, with friends via the Costa Coffee UAE mobile app. This innovative update enhances customer engagement by making the loyalty programme more interactive and social, reinforcing brand loyalty while encouraging more frequent visits.
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Cafés/Bars
This category encompasses all establishments where the focus is on drinking (either alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages). While a wide variety of snacks and full meals are offered, it is not uncommon for consumers to only order a drink. As a general rule, establishments deriving 50% of their income or more from the sale of drinks are included here.
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