Iraq is quietly emerging as a significant growth market for the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector in the Middle East. While it may not dominate headlines like Saudi Arabia or the UAE, Iraq’s unique market dynamics are attracting renewed interest from major consumer brands and recruitment specialists. Written by…...
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Iraq is quietly emerging as a significant growth market for the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector in the Middle East. While it may not dominate headlines like Saudi Arabia or the UAE, Iraq’s unique market dynamics are attracting renewed interest from major consumer brands and recruitment specialists. Written by…...
Hiring for FMCG in the GCC? Here’s What Top Brands Get Right
WHATS ON OUR MIND What Theatre Taught Me About Hiring. Written by Anjali Samuel | Tuesday 17 June 2025 When I’m not screening resumes or prepping candidates for interviews, I’m often somewhere in the wings of a black box theatre, waiting for my cue. Turns out, the difference between…...
Iraq 2025: The Quiet Growth Story in FMCG Hiring
Iraq is quietly emerging as a significant growth market for the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector in the Middle East. While it may not dominate headlines like Saudi Arabia or the UAE, Iraq’s unique market dynamics are attracting renewed interest from major consumer brands and recruitment specialists. Why FMCG…...
Key Hiring Trends in Dubai and What They Mean for You
Iraq is quietly emerging as a significant growth market for the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector in the Middle East. While it may not dominate headlines like Saudi Arabia or the UAE, Iraq’s unique market dynamics are attracting renewed interest from major consumer brands and recruitment specialists. Why FMCG…...
Home Is (Now) Where The Work Is For Everyone
By Jasim Altaf The FMCG hiring landscape in the GCC is transforming rapidly. With market dynamics evolving in countries like Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, and Qatar, top consumer brands are taking a strategic approach to talent acquisition because in today’s competitive environment, hiring the right people is directly tied…...
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In a significant move, ADQ-backed Silal has acquired a majority stake in Al Bakrawe Holding, one of the UAE's leading distributors of fresh fruits and vegetables. This acquisition further enhances Silal’s position as a major player in the UAE’s food supply chain. Al Bakrawe, founded in 2002, sources from over…...
Is Diversity in Middle East Construction So Difficult?
After two turbulent years, the global private equity (PE) sector has found some stability, as highlighted by Bain & Company’s 2024 Private Equity Midyear Report. While the worst may be over, the path to a full recovery remains fraught with challenges. The report emphasizes that the sector's activity continues to…...
M&A Advisors Facilitate Mega Deal Between Off-Price Retailer and Global Giant TJX
In a significant development within the retail sector, leading M&A advisors have successfully advised the off-price retailer, Brands for Less, in its strategic partnership with TJX, a global leader in off-price apparel and home fashion retail. The landmark deal is expected to create far-reaching opportunities for growth, further positioning Brands…...
Saudi Healthcare Giant Tibbiyah Acquires Al Hammad Medical Services in $9 Million Deal
Tibbiyah, a prominent healthcare company in Saudi Arabia, has expanded its footprint in the sector through the acquisition of Al Hammad Medical Services. This deal, valued at SAR 35 million ($9 million), represents a key milestone for Tibbiyah as it strengthens its portfolio and enhances its position within the Kingdom’s…...