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Dubai duty free surpasses AED 8bn in annual sales

Dubai Duty Free has surpassed AED 8bn in retail sales at Dubai International Airport for the first time in its 42-year history. The achievement continues a year of record-breaking performance, with nine out of 11 months setting new monthly sales records.

November marked the highest monthly sales ever, totalling AED 876m.

This growth represents a 9.8% increase compared to the previous year, equivalent to an additional AED 710m in sales. The achievement highlights Dubai Duty Free’s continued expansion and strong performance across retail categories, underscoring its position as a leading airport retailer in the region.

Gulf Economist Staff Writer