etailing in Saudi Arabia will not only create job opportunities but will also ensure quality in them, improving standards of living and life styles. Al Hokair: Eased restrictions on foreign investors: perception vs reality The liberalization of the Saudi retail industry raised concerns among Al Hokair inves

More malls, less bargaining power with international retailers The accelerating pace of mall developments in Saudi Arabia by regional competitors to Al Hokair’s parent company suggests a rising risk of diminishing bargaining power for Al Hokair with its international brand partners such as Inditex. We expect