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Local population has been key to resilience of Dubai

29 Apr 2026
Dubai has been able to weather the current conflict in Iran, despite the drop off in international visitors, Majid Al Futtaim Asset Management CEO Khalifa Bin Braik told World Retail Congress on Wedne …
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University of Cape Town wins Future Retail Challenge

29 Apr 2026
The winner of the World Retail Congress Future Retail Challenge is the University of Cape Town in South Africa, appearing at its first World Retail Congress, Jury Chair Bernie Brookes said yesterday a …
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Obi Chair calls for leaders with responsible courage

29 Apr 2026
Leading retailers must become more resilient and adapt to rapid societal change - or risk being left behind, a top executive warned delegates at the World Retail Congress in Berlin on Wednesday. Speak …
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Sports and athleisure more about in-person and community

29 Apr 2026
Top brands are offering more in-person community and opportunities for personalisation to build a loyal customer base, a panel said on Wednesday morning at the World Retail Congress in Berlin. During …
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