Apparel Group, the global fashion and lifestyle retail conglomerate headquartered in Dubai, UAE, reported opening 100-plus new stores across the Middle East and Asia in the first half of 2024.
Representing globally recognized brands, including Steve Madden, Skechers, Asics, and Levi’s, to name a few, Apparel Group has a strong footprint in key markets, including India, Bahrain, the UAE, Oman, and Saudi Arabia.
Neeraj Teckchandani, the CEO of Apparel Group, said, “We are immensely proud to announce the opening of over 100 new stores in the first half of 2024. This milestone reflects our relentless commitment to expanding our footprint and enhancing the shopping experience for our customers in different communities all over the world. Each new store represents not just growth but our dedication to innovation and excellence in the retail sector. We look forward to continuing this journey of success and delivering unparalleled value to our valued customers.”
Apparel Group reported having 2,200-plus retail stores and 85-plus brands on all platforms while employing over 22,000-plus multicultural staff.
The company maintains a strong presence in the GCC (Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait) while strategically expanding into India, South Africa, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Egypt. It has also set its sights on venturing into emerging markets, including Hungary and the Philippines.