Analysts reported that the number of online orders in the UAE increased by 7% last year, making the country one of the leaders in the region. This growth was attributed to the increase in the number of consumers preferring to make purchases online. Categories of goods with particularly high popularity in online trading include home appliances, fashion, cosmetics, and home products.
Analysts also noted that due to the pandemic, the demand for online shopping significantly increased due to the closure of physical stores and limited access to shopping centers. This trend has made online trading more appealing to a wide range of consumers, which in turn led to an increase in the number of orders.
Leading experts suggest that this growth in online trading will be sustained in the coming years, as consumers become increasingly accustomed to the conveniences and benefits of online shopping. Specialists also note that companies offering online trading services will begin to develop their offerings to attract more customers and maintain loyalty among existing audiences.
"Online trading continues to demonstrate stable growth not only in the UAE but also worldwide. More and more consumers prefer the convenience of online shopping, and companies must be ready to meet the increasing demand by improving their services and product delivery processes," noted one of the industry experts.
