China consumption slump deepens as retail auto and smartphone sales plunge China consumption slump deepens as June retail auto sales fell 23% and smartphones dropped 13%, exposing weak domestic demand …
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Visa reports UAE World Cup consumer spending surge across streaming, sports, dining
by James Bryantby James BryantVisa spending patterns in UAE rise across streaming, sports goods and dining during FIFA World Cup 2026 Visa spending patterns in the UAE during FIFA World Cup 2026 drove notable …
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Price discrepancies on shelves and at checkout spark UAE consumer complaints
by James Bryantby James BryantUAE Shoppers Raise Alarm Over Price Discrepancies Between Shelf Prices and Checkout During Promotions UAE shoppers report price discrepancies between shelf prices and checkout during promotions, prompting complaints and calls …
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UAE consumer watchdog records 1,800 complaints with 30% in building materials
by James Bryantby James BryantUAE consumer complaints reach 1,800 in Jan–May 2026, building materials lead concerns Emirates Consumer Protection Association logged 1,800 consumer complaints Jan–May 2026; building materials made up 30% as prices and …
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Dubai Civil Aviation Authority unveils consumer care guide strengthening passenger rights
by James Bryantby James BryantDubai passenger rights strengthened in new aviation consumer guide Dubai passenger rights are clarified in a new aviation consumer guide setting timelines for complaints, airline obligations and passenger welfare across …
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Dubai Civil Aviation Authority issues consumer protection guide for air passengers
by James Bryantby James BryantDubai aviation consumer protection strengthened as Civil Aviation Authority issues new guide Dubai Civil Aviation Authority issues new consumer guide for aviation, setting complaint timelines, airline and agent obligations, and …
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UAE Consumer Protection Association urges complaints over unjustified building materials price hikes
by James Bryantby James BryantBuilding materials prices in UAE prompt consumer complaints as association investigates Emirates Consumer Protection Association reports a rise in building materials prices and urges consumers to submit complaints while suppliers …
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SANDK Commits to Consumer Protection and Financial Health to Boost UAE Inclusion
by James Bryantby James BryantSandk: Financial Inclusion Requires Consumer Protection and Financial Health Sandk calls for consumer protection and financial health to advance financial inclusion in the UAE, promising faster dispute resolution and digital …
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UAE launches Essential Goods Prices Platform to boost consumer price transparency
by James Bryantby James BryantUAE Launches Essential Goods Prices Platform to Track Live Prices and Boost Consumer Transparency UAE launches Essential Goods Prices Platform to show live prices of 33 staples across 12 outlets, …
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The Ministry of Economy has signed a memorandum of understanding with the company “SGS Ghost Limited”, with the aim of enhancing joint cooperation in controlling the quality of food and …