Groceries are the one weekly expense — that never gets cancelled.
Globex Horizon structures private business partnerships that give qualified partners direct participation in the UAE supermarket and grocery retail sector — governed by the same national food safety framework that covers every food business in the country.
A market that keeps growing, quietly and consistently.
Independent research converges on the same trajectory: UAE food products spend keeps rising, driven by population growth, rising disposable income, and a shift toward organic and ready-to-eat categories.
The momentum behind the forecast.
Growth in this sector isn't sentiment-driven. It's driven by an expanding global services market, a shift toward franchise-style scaling, and new demand segments entering the category.
The UAE supermarket market by 2030
Ken Research forecasts the UAE supermarket market reaching $50 billion by 2030, a 7% CAGR, driven by urbanization, rising incomes, and e-commerce expansion.
Retail, still the dominant channel
Off-trade outlets — supermarkets, hypermarkets, and grocery stores — controlled 71.98% of UAE food sales in 2025, well ahead of restaurants and cafes.
A market big enough for new entrants
The UAE grocery retail market's scale — valued at roughly $3.7 billion — prompted the 2023 launch of 24seven, a new grocery concept, alongside established players like LuLu and Carrefour.
Every product on the shelf clears the same national safety system before a customer ever sees it.
Federal Law No. 10 of 2015 on Food Safety sets the national framework for every food business in the UAE, including supermarkets, enforced locally through Dubai Municipality's Food Safety Department.
Every food product sold in the UAE, imported or locally produced, must first be registered in ZAD, the national food data platform, before it ever reaches a shelf.
Why Globex Horizon partners in the supermarket & grocery business.
We do not chase speculative ventures. Our supermarket sector partnerships are anchored in a category that's regulated from import to shelf and bought every single week, not occasionally.
Regulated From Import to Shelf
National food registration through ZAD, Federal Law No. 10 of 2015, and unannounced Dubai Municipality inspections mean every product on the shelf has already cleared a strict, continuously enforced system.
Structural, Not Discretionary, Demand
Groceries are a non-negotiable weekly expense regardless of economic conditions — tied to population growth, not consumer sentiment or seasonal spending.
Fully Managed — You Don't Run Anything
Globex Horizon's operating team runs the supermarket business day to day. As a partner, you contribute capital — not inventory, staffing, or compliance filings. There is nothing for you to operate.
Part of a Diversified Group
Globex Horizon's supermarket business partnerships sit inside a wider group operating across 17 active businesses in 14 industries. Supermarkets and grocery are one sector among many, not a standalone bet.
Two structured ways in.
Both are direct commercial participation agreements under UAE Federal Commercial Law, individually negotiated and formally documented — not off-the-shelf products. Your capital participates in Globex Horizon's operations, including the supermarket and grocery sector, alongside 16 other active businesses across 14 industries.
Monthly Profit Participation
"Capital that works — and pays you every month." Your participation ratio is fixed at signing, and your share of Distributable Net Profits is paid on the schedule you choose — monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, or annually.
- Participation ratio fixed at signing — never renegotiated mid-term
- Distributions paid on your chosen schedule, same date every time
- No operational involvement required — Globex Horizon's team runs the business
- Capital contribution returned separately at maturity, subject to your signed agreement
Deferred Profit Participation
"You think in years, not months. So does your capital." Place your capital once. Nothing is distributed during the term — at maturity, your original capital plus accumulated participation arrives in a single settlement.
- One placement, one settlement — nothing to track in between
- Term and settlement date fixed in writing before capital moves
- No operational involvement required — fully managed by the operating team
- Capital contribution and accumulated participation settled together at maturity, subject to your signed agreement
Request the Supermarket & Grocery Business Overview.
Receive the full overview covering the operating structure, partnership terms, and legal documentation. Our team responds within one business day.
Common questions, answered directly.
Straight answers to what people ask before contacting us about a supermarket & grocery business partnership.
Is a Globex Horizon business partnership a regulated investment product?
No. Globex Horizon Investment LLC is a licensed business consultancy and commercial partnership platform — not a licensed fund, securities broker, or regulated financial advisor. What's described on this page is direct participation in commercial operating businesses under UAE Federal Commercial Law, not a regulated financial product. Capital is at risk and no return is guaranteed.
Do I need retail experience, or do I need to run anything myself?
No. Globex Horizon's operating team handles every aspect of the supermarket business — from food safety compliance to daily operations. As a partner, you contribute capital; you are not required to have retail experience, manage store staff, or oversee inventory yourself.
Is my capital guaranteed or protected in this partnership?
No. No fixed return, guaranteed income, or capital protection is offered under this structure. Distributions and profitability depend on the actual operational performance of the underlying group of businesses and are subject to commercial and market conditions. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
Can international investors who don't live in the UAE participate?
Yes. UAE residency is not required to become a commercial partner. Distributions can be paid to a bank account anywhere in the world, and onboarding — including document review and contract signing — can be completed remotely or during a visit to our Dubai office.
What is the minimum participation amount for a supermarket & grocery business partnership?
Minimum participation amounts are agreed individually based on the structure and term you choose and aren't published on this page. Message us on WhatsApp or request the business overview for a proposal specific to your circumstances.
How do I get started with a Globex Horizon supermarket & grocery business partnership?
Message us on WhatsApp or request the full overview through this page. A Globex Horizon specialist responds within one business day with the operating structure, partnership terms, and legal documentation for you to review before you commit to anything.
Data Sources
- Mordor Intelligence, UAE Food Products Market Report - Market size $15.68B (2025) to $16.30B (2026), forecast to reach $19.81B by 2031, 3.96% CAGR; Dubai holds 41.28% revenue share.
mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/united-arab-emirates-food-products-market - Ken Research, UAE Supermarket Market - Forecast to reach $50 billion by 2030, growing at a 7% CAGR, driven by urbanization, rising incomes, and e-commerce expansion.
kenresearch.com/uae-supermarket-market - Mordor Intelligence, UAE Foodservice Market Report - Off-trade (retail) channels controlled 71.98% of UAE food sales in 2025.
mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/uae-foodservice-market - Federal Law No. 10 of 2015 on Food Safety / Dubai Municipality Food Safety Department - National food safety framework covering supermarkets and grocery retailers; ZAD national food registration system; fines up to AED 500,000 for serious violations.
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Regulatory Disclaimer
Globex Horizon Investment LLC and its affiliated entities do not provide portfolio management services, investment fund services, securities brokerage services, regulated financial advisory services, or any other regulated financial activities. All opportunities described on this page relate exclusively to direct participation in commercial operating businesses and are subject to applicable laws, contractual arrangements, operational performance, and commercial and market conditions. Business performance, distributions, and profitability depend on the actual operational performance of the underlying group of businesses. No fixed return, guaranteed income, guaranteed profitability, capital protection, or financial guarantee is offered. Capital is at risk. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Participants become direct legal partners in the relevant business in accordance with applicable corporate documentation and licensing requirements. Third-party market figures cited above are forecasts and estimates produced by the named research organisations, are subject to revision, and are provided for general information only. Globex Horizon is not affiliated with, and this page is not endorsed by, any of the organisations listed. Trade Licence No. 523059 · TRN 100291112900003 · UAE Federal Commercial Law · Dubai Court jurisdiction.
