Resale platform The Luxury Closet partnered with charity Dubai Cares during Ramadan in a bid to help sellers give back. The moves tapped into shoppers' altruistic side, with second-hand fashion gaining popularity among those who are conscious of the sector's social and environmental impact.

A study has found that Canadians are sticking to their Thanksgiving traditions despite higher grocery costs due to inflation. This insistence on spending demonstrates the importance people place on celebrating meals together, and this may continue as the cost of living limits how often they eat out.

Islam is the UK’s second largest listed religion, yet followers of the faith are underserved by mainstream financial service providers. Through its robo advisor platform, Wahed Invest lets Muslims easily manage their money through portfolios that are in-line with their religious principles.

The Middle East is an untapped e-commerce market, with only 2% of retail sales conducted online in 2015. But as more people turn to their phones to shop, using social media for product inspiration, it's pushing brands into the digital sphere. What do consumers in the region want from e-tailers?