Lulu Retail Holdings has opened a new mini market in Dubai’s Oud Metha area, adding to the company’s ongoing expansion across the city. It is the 17th store the group has launched this year across its different formats.
Lulu Outh Metha Dubai
The new outlet is designed to give nearby residents quick access to daily essentials. The store offers a focused selection of fresh groceries and household items, aimed at customers who prefer fast and easy shopping close to home.
Mini markets continue to gain popularity in busy urban areas, where shoppers look for speed and accessibility without having to visit larger stores.
Store formats
Lulu Retail Holdings operates hypermarkets, express stores and mini markets, each made for different shopping needs. Hypermarkets serve larger weekly trips, express stores offer faster visits, and mini markets focus on convenience for everyday items.
The new Oud Metha store fits into Lulu’s plan to place smaller outlets in dense residential areas where quick access to essentials is in demand.
Expansion plans
This year’s 17 store openings form part of the company’s wider 2025 strategy. Lulu expects to launch at least three more outlets before the end of the year.
The group’s expansion approach focuses on matching store formats with the needs of local communities rather than simply increasing the number of branches.
Lulu says its neighborhood stores help support local employment and strengthen engagement with nearby residents. The company aims to build long-term connections in the areas where it operates by focusing on accessibility and consistent service.
Dubai’s retail sector has been shifting toward greater convenience as more residents look for fast shopping options. Lulu’s mix of hypermarkets, express stores and mini markets reflects this change and aims to serve different types of shoppers.
The latest Oud Metha outlet highlights the growing demand for compact stores that offer everyday products in a simple and efficient setting.
tanvir@dubainewsweek.com
