With Eid al-Adha just around the corner, retailers across Qatar are pulling out all the stops to attract shoppers with a wide range of promotions, special prices and discounts. Renowned boutiques and stores at major malls and shopping centres, as well as hypermarkets have geared up for a festive shopping spree, capitalising on the holiday spirit and the increased spending power of travellers. Discounts ranging from 20% to 50% are being offered on an array of goods, with clothing, shoes, and accessories for different age groups being among the most popular.
“We've seen a surge in footfall in recent days as residents prepare for the holidays, looking for new outfits, especially for their travels,” an employee of a well-known apparel chain told 'Gulf Times'. She expressed optimism about sales, anticipating a large number of shoppers despite the travel season. The appeal of discounted prices is not limited to fashion as watch stores also see a surge in demand, with many travellers seeking new timepieces for their journeys.
“Giving discounts and special prices is a tried and true strategy to attract shoppers,” said a watch store employee. However, he noted that some luxury items and high-end brands remain in high demand, even without sales or special offers. Hypermarkets are not to be left behind in the promotional frenzy as they offer substantial discounts on electronics, mobile devices, home appliances such as refrigerators and washing machines, home decors, kitchenwares.