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Economy Local 2026-02-26T01:42:39+00:00

Record Grocery Delivery Surge During Ramadan

Talabat reported a record-breaking surge in grocery orders on the first day of Ramadan. Total orders increased by 21%, and the average basket value grew by 3%. The peak order volume occurred during the time leading up to Iftar.

Record Grocery Delivery Surge During Ramadan

On Wednesday, company 'Talabat' announced a record day for the retail and grocery sector. 'Talabat Mart' – the company's online grocery shopping service – achieved its highest performance in history on the first day of the holy month of Ramadan. Compared to the preceding Tuesday, 'Talabat Mart' recorded: a 21% week-on-week increase in the total number of orders; a 3% increase in the average basket value; a peak order volume between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM. This reflects the growing reliance on last-minute preparations for the Iftar meal. This increase reflects clear shifts in shopping behavior during the month of Ramadan, as customers increasingly turn to on-demand grocery delivery services.

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