GCC E-Commerce Retail Growth through Regulatory Support and Advancements in Logistics

Published: Aug 2025

GCC e-commerce retail market was valued at $39.0 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $123.2 billion in 2035, growing at a CAGR of 11.1% during the forecast period (2025-2035). GCC nations are investing heavily in building robust digital infrastructures with creating an environment that supports startups. Cities like Dubai is emerging as a global hub for technology and innovation, driven by government-backed initiatives and a thriving ecosystem of Free Zones that develop entrepreneurs and attract multinational firms. 

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The UAE's eCommerce law (Federal Decree-Law No. 14 of 2023) promotes e-commerce expansion by ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, professional, and technical standards, obtaining necessary approvals, permits, and licenses for conducting business via modern technology, as well as from a physical store, and maintaining a safe technology infrastructure to support e-commerce offerings. It also requires adherence to cybersecurity requirements.

E-commerce logistics is responsible for managing the transportation of goods from suppliers to consumers within the e-commerce retail market. E-commerce consumers are requiring faster shipping, live tracking, and greater delivery flexibility, like same-day or appointment delivery. Companies are being forced to extend their global logistics capabilities as cross-border e-commerce traffic increases across the globe. For instance, in June 2025, JD Logistics announced the launch of JoyExpress in Saudi Arabia, marking the first time the logistics arm of Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com opens new tab will operate its own consumer-focused express delivery service abroad. JoyExpress extends this self-operated model overseas and will offer delivery services as fast as same-day in Saudi Arabia. 

Recent Development 

  • In April 2025, My Q Trading & Advertising introduced Mega Deals, an innovative e-commerce platform set to transform online shopping in Qatar. Mega Deals offers a unique shopping experience where every purchase comes with an opportunity to win exceptional prizes, including cash, cars, and gold.
  • In March 2025, Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC) announced the signing of a strategic service agreement with Huawei to enhance the delivery efficiency of Huawei’s official e-commerce store nationwide. This partnership follows the official launch of Huawei’s e-commerce store in Qatar in March 2025, marking a significant strategic step in expanding the company’s presence in the local market.
  • In October 2023, Steve Madden launched its new e-commerce website, stevemadden.me, in the UAE. Customers can now purchase more than 800 Steve Madden products online, including shoes, bags, and accessories.

Market Coverage

The market number available for – 2024-2035

Base year- 2024

Forecast period- 2025-2035

Segment Covered- 

o By Model

o By Products

Competitive Landscape – Amazon.com, Inc., Noon.com, Namshi.com, and Carrefour, among others.

Key questions addressed by the report.

  • What is the market growth rate?
  • Which segment and region dominate the market in the base year?
  • Which segment and region will project the fastest growth in the market?
  • Who is the leader in the market?
  • How are players addressing challenges to sustain growth?
  • Where is the investment opportunity?

GCC E-Commerce Retail Market Report Segment

By Model 

  • Business to Consumer
  • Business to Business
  • Customer to Customer

By Products

  • Apparel and Accessories
  • Electronics Goods
  • Groceries
  • Furniture and Home Decor
  • Beauty and Personal Care
  • Others (Books and Magazines, Sports and Outdoors)


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