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Dubai Duty Free shatters all-time record with milestone US$2.4 billion in 2025 sales
Records tumble as Dubai Duty Free brings down the curtain on an extraordinary 2025. Not only did annual sales smash through the previous all-time record but December proved to be the most successful year in the retailer’s remarkable 42-year history.
US$19 million in sales over 24 hours – Dubai Duty Free turns 42 with a spectacular flourish
As Dubai Duty Free celebrated its 42nd anniversary, shoppers at Dubai International and Al Maktoum International airports celebrated the retailer’s traditional annual sale, collectively spending US$6,250 a minute over a 24-hour “shopping frenzy”.
Analysis: How high-end sales across key categories are driving Dubai Duty Free to spectacular new heights
“Within transactions over AED500 (US$136), the highest growth was in the AED10,000 (US$2,720) and above segment,” notes an understandably upbeat Dubai Duty Free Managing Director Ramesh Cidambi. “The next highest was in the AED5,000-10,000 segment (US$1,360- 2,720).”
Supersonic growth: Dubai Duty Free posts highest monthly sales in 42-year history with blockbuster November
Year-to-date sales surpassed the US$2 billion mark by mid-November, suring another record-breaking year for the retailer.
Higher and higher: Luxury and confectionery sales soar as Dubai Duty Free hits another monthly record in October
The airport retailer continues its remarkable 2025 resurgence, reaching yet another monthly landmark as year-to-date sales surge to AED6.88 billion (US$1.89 billion).
Chinese authorities announce key policy measures to drive duty-free consumption
In major breaking news, key Chinese regulators have announced a series of proactive measures designed to improve the country’s duty-free shop policy.
cdf Haikou International Duty Free Shopping Complex celebrates third anniversary in style
In conjunction with the broad store-wide celebrations, taking place from 24 to 28 October, cdf Haikou’s acclaimed world-class whisky museum, Malt & More Whisky, is also marking its first anniversary with a variety of promotions and activities.
Louis Vuitton and Dubai Chocolate star as Dubai Duty Free delivers another record month in September
Dubai Duty Free continues its stellar 2025 resurgence under the leadership of Managing Director Ramesh Cidambi by setting an all-time September sales high of AED671.79 million (US$184 million), up almost +12% over the previous record.
Macau International Airport invites bids for Specialty Retail Services sub-concession
Macau International Airport Company today launched a Request for Proposal for a single retailer to operate a 721sq m sub-concession space dedicated to Specialty Retail Services in Macau International Airport’s airside departures zone
Dubai Duty Free smashes July records with sales reaching US$175 million
Underpinned by “an incredible” +57% surge in confectionery sales – spurred by the sustained Dubai Chocolate dynamic – and strong performances across multiple other categories, Dubai Duty Free sustains its remarkable 2025 momentum.
Oakley Capital expands heritage portfolio with acquisition of British luxury brand Smythson
“By leveraging our expertise and investment in human talent, ecommerce and internationalisation, we see strong potential to develop Smythson into a global lifestyle business,” says Oakley Capital Operating Partner Vicente Castellano.
‘The art of retail’ takes shape at Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3
The 12,000sq m retail venue will deliver “the art of retail in the heart of Europe”, featuring a central marketplace concept and an impressive mix of global and German brands.
