Top 50 Most Powerful Brands: Middle East
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Star Rating Criteria

  • ★★★★★: Exceptional performance and leadership in the category.

  • ★★★★☆: Strong performance with significant market presence.

  • ★★★☆☆: Moderate performance with room for growth.

Insights

  • Telecom Sector: e& and stc lead with exceptional brand strength and recall, reflecting significant investments in technology and customer experience.

  • Banking Sector: QNB and Al-Rajhi Bank demonstrate strong brand equity, supported by robust financial performance and customer trust.

  • Energy Sector: Aramco and ADNOC maintain dominance, though diversification efforts are crucial amid global energy transitions.

  • Real Estate and Aviation: Emaar Properties and Emirates Airlines showcase the UAE’s prowess in infrastructure and global connectivity

 

Research Methodology

Data Sources:

  • Online Secondary Sources: Provided insights into brand strength and value across the region.

Evaluation Criteria:

  • Brand Recall: Measured by consumer recognition and awareness.

  • Brand Strength: Assessed using Brand Strength Index (BSI) scores, reflecting marketing investment, stakeholder equity, and business performance.

  • Consumer Preference: Determined through consumer surveys and market research data.     

Countries Considered:

  • United Arab Emirates (UAE)

  • Saudi Arabia

  • Qatar

  • Kuwait

  • Bahrain

  • Oman

  • Jordan

  • Lebanon