TLDR:
• UAE retailers offer massive 11.11 discounts
• Local banks provide credit card deals
• Top brands join shopping event
ABU DHABI (The Thursday Times) — The UAE retail scene has launched its biggest annual 11.11 sale, with leading e-commerce and physical stores offering discounts of up to 90 percent on select products, spanning essentials, electronics, fashion, and home goods. Retailers are leveraging partnerships with local banks to add exclusive credit card discounts, allowing shoppers more flexibility and affordability in purchases.
Noon offers exclusive Yellow Friday deals
E-commerce giant Noon is showcasing a variety of offers through its Yellow Friday sale, running from 23 to 30 November. Customers can enjoy flash deals, bundles, and special discounts across categories, including fashion, electronics, and home goods. Noon One members receive extra perks, with ADCB cardholders accessing a 30 percent discount, and Emirates NBD Noon Visa cardholders gaining up to 20 percent off on the platform.
Amazon UAE discounts on essentials
Amazon UAE’s 11.11 sale spans from 8 to 12 November, featuring markdowns on everyday essentials, electronics, home appliances, and fashion items. The platform partners with Mastercard, First Abu Dhabi Bank, and Dubai First to provide instant discounts for cardholders. Prime members benefit from free local and international delivery, along with early access to sales.
Carrefour and Lulu Hypermarket expand grocery savings
Hypermarket chains Carrefour and Lulu have also joined the 11.11 sale, bringing discounts across a range of grocery items. Carrefour’s offerings cater to everyday essentials, aiming to attract budget-conscious shoppers, while Lulu’s focus on high-demand items promises significant savings for household goods during this shopping event.
Ikea unveils 11.11 sale on furnishings and food
Ikea’s 11.11 sale, running through 17 November, provides up to 50 percent off on selected bedroom, living room, and kitchen furnishings. In addition, the retailer offers a 20 percent discount on items from its Swedish Food Market, enhancing the appeal of its annual sale for UAE-based shoppers.
Jumbo Electronics promotes prizes and vouchers
Electronics retailer Jumbo is drawing shoppers with daily prize giveaways and guaranteed gifts for purchases over Dh1,000. Customers spending above this threshold receive entertainment and travel vouchers, including a Dh250 hot air balloon experience, with Sharjah Islamic Bank cardholders also getting an additional 10 percent discount.
Danube Home slashes prices on furniture and decor
Danube Home is featuring discounts of up to 80 percent on furniture, kitchen, and decor items, with additional markdowns of up to 75 percent on outdoor furniture and up to 60 percent on various other home products. This extensive range targets UAE residents looking to upgrade their homes for less.
Smaller platforms join the 11.11 sales wave
Smaller e-commerce platforms, including wee.ae, are joining the fray with discounts reaching up to 90 percent on selected items. These platforms contribute to the dynamic shopping landscape, adding variety and competitive pricing for consumers across the UAE.
