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Apple will develop its retail footprint in India and open new shops within the nation this yr. It can additionally open its fifth retail retailer within the United Arab Emirates earlier than the tip of 2025.
The corporate just lately launched its on-line retailer in Saudi Arabia, marking a significant enlargement of its presence within the Center East.
Apple continues increasing its retail presence
Apple elevated its retail presence aggressively in China earlier than COVID. This was led by a surge in iPhone and Mac demand. Publish-pandemic, India has emerged as a significant marketplace for Apple, each from a producing and demand viewpoint.
So, apart from ramping up iPhone manufacturing, Apple can be increasing its retail footprint in India. The corporate opened two retail Apple shops within the nation in 2023, a high-profile occasion attended by a number of high Apple executives.
Now, the corporate is gearing as much as “open new shops within the UAE and India later this yr,” revealed Tim Prepare dinner throughout Apple’s Q2 earnings calls. It’s retaining the situation of its third Indian retailer below wraps, although.
India to get its third Apple retailer quickly
A earlier report instructed Apple’s fourth Indian retailer might open within the DLF Promenade Mall in New Delhi in 2026.
So, Apple’s third retailer in India might open in Bengaluru, Mumbai, or Pune. The corporate will probably purpose to launch it forward of the upcoming festive season to spice up footfall and appeal to most media consideration. Apple’s first two retail shops in India are a smash hit. The corporate’s direct retail enlargement within the nation will solely increase its gross sales additional.
As for the UAE, Apple beforehand confirmed it’ll open a brand new retailer within the metropolis of Al Ain. The corporate presently has two retail shops in Dubai and two in Abu Dhabi.
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