Consumption habits of shisha tobacco in GCC reveal that the regional industry is going to be valued at US$ 1,115.00 million in 2024.
Steep rise in shisha tobacco among youngsters is impacting the sales trends in the GCC shisha tobacco industry. By the end of the forecast tenure, the industry is pegged to be worth US$ 2,066.30 million, growing at 6.4% CAGR.
| Attributes | Key Insights |
|---|---|
| GCC Shisha Tobacco Industry Size (2024E) | US$ 1,115.00 million |
| Industry Valuation (2034F) | US$ 2,066.30 million |
| Value-based CAGR (2024 to 2034) | 6.4% |
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| Leading Product Type | Strong Shisha Tobacco |
|---|---|
| Value Share (2024) | 39.8% |
Strong shisha tobacco is predicted to seize a 39.80% value share in GCC countries. Surging demand for this product type is propelled by the strong perception that it is less harmful to health than regular tobacco. Additionally, the availability of many flavors is another factor that is raising sales of strong shisha tobacco.
| Leading Sales Channel | Direct Sales |
|---|---|
| Value Share (2024) | 23.5% |
Direct sales of shisha tobacco remain a prominent sales channel in GCC countries as cafes, lounges, and bars continue to buy shisha tobacco to attract customers to their venues.
The online segment is however emerging to be a key performer in this segment, multiplying at a significant pace. The rapid growth of this segment can be ascribed to cheaper prices for the same quality of shisha products. Other benefits of the online sales channel include free delivery, coupons, and other exclusive offers.
Saudi Arabia is a significant location for the key vendors of shisha tobacco. Lounges, hotels, and cafes in this country are increasingly purchasing shisha tobacco to lure customers. This is motivating direct sales of the product, and profiting many merchants.
Another key aspect that is increasing sales of shisha tobacco in Saudi Arabia is the surging perception among tourists that the shisha tobacco available in the country is of high quality. As a result, tourists visiting Saudi Arabia pay more to shisha tobacco vendors.
Weak regulatory framework in Saudi Arabia for tobacco usage is giving leeway for the sales of shisha tobacco to tourists visiting from other parts of the globe. Additionally, strict smoking bans in public areas in Saudi Arabia are propelling sales of hookah equipment for use in household and commercial sectors.
United Arab Emirates (UAE) is expected to be profitable for shisha tobacco businesses. Proliferating trend of chewing khat in the country is expanding the industry’s size. Additionally, increasing health concerns among consumers are creating demand for herbal shisha smoking.
UAE is witnessing the opening up of new establishments that offer the best-in-town shisha menu, served alongside mouth-watering nibbles and fantastic views. Growing demand for shisha tobacco at these “insta worthy” hotels, cafes, and other food establishments is expanding the scope of shisha tobacco in the country.
Shisha tobacco sales in Qatar are predicted to increase due to the count of bars, nightclubs, pubs, taverns, and lounges. Additionally, demand for different smoking accessories, such as hookah tobacco, is improving in Qatar owing to consumers’ hectic lifestyles and rising preference for socializing.
However, campaigns to inhibit smoking and ensure a smoke-free Majlises, which is the name used for the sitting room usually located within a home to socialize, entertain, and discuss issues and events, are expected to hamper the shisha tobacco sales in Qatar.
The shisha tobacco sales are surging in Kuwait, propelled by the cultural tradition of using shisha in the country. Strong influence by peers and families is a key determiner of this prevalent smoking habit. Additionally, the significant use of shisha tobacco among university students is raising prospects for shisha tobacco vendors.
Males with high incomes are the prominent users of shisha tobacco in Kuwait. Consumption of shisha tobacco is going to be influenced by mass media interventions, anti-smoking campaigns, and rising tobacco product taxes.
Increasing sales and consumption of shisha tobacco in Bahrain is pushing product sales. Merchants are thus selling their products online to capture a young and impressionable population seeking shisha tobacco. Vendors are emphasizing easy access to shisha tobacco across the country to rope in more customers.
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Key players are strengthening their presence in GCC countries by doubling down on different business strategies. Players are launching new products across borders to increase their reach. They are further coming into partnerships and collaborating with other players to increase their visibility.
Players are introducing shisha tobacco in several flavors and aromas like fruit flavors, lavender, pistachio, mint green apple, etc. These flavors appeal to the young population, which forms a large consumer base for shisha tobacco. Participants are continuously improving the taste of their shisha tobacco products as per the customers' feedback.
Shisha tobacco vendors are now focusing on online retail channels to distribute their offerings. Since online channel eliminates the role of middlemen, players save money and sell their products at a cheaper price point to their customers, creating a win-win situation for both parties. Growing preference for online retailers is also driven by several benefits unavailable offline. These include discounts, free and quick delivery, redeemable coupons, etc.
Latest Developments that are Influencing the Shisha Tobacco Industry in GCC Countries
Sales of shisha tobacco are poised to equate to US$ 1,115.00 million by 2024 end.
Sales of shisha tobacco are marked to increase at 6.4% CAGR in the forecast period.
Shisha tobacco sale in the GCC region is projected to reach US$ 2,066.30 million by 2034.
Strong shisha tobacco is prominently consumed in the GCC region.
MSG Group of Companies, Romman Shisha Ltd., and Middle East Tobacco Co. Ltd. are some of the top players in the regional industry.
1. Executive Summary 1.1. Market Outlook 1.2. Demand-side Trends 1.3. Supply-side Trends 1.4. Technology Roadmap Analysis 1.5. Analysis and Recommendations 2. Market Overview 2.1. Market Coverage / Taxonomy 2.2. Market Definition / Scope / Limitations 3. Market Background 3.1. Market Dynamics 3.1.1. Drivers 3.1.2. Restraints 3.1.3. Opportunity 3.1.4. Trends 3.2. Scenario Forecast 3.2.1. Demand in Optimistic Scenario 3.2.2. Demand in Likely Scenario 3.2.3. Demand in Conservative Scenario 3.3. Opportunity Map Analysis 3.4. Product Life Cycle Analysis 3.5. Supply Chain Analysis 3.5.1. Supply Side Participants and their Roles 3.5.1.1. Manufacturer 3.5.1.2. Mid-Level Participants (Traders) 3.5.1.3. Distributors 3.5.2. Value Added and Value Created at Node in the Supply Chain 3.5.3. List of Raw Material Suppliers 3.5.4. List of Existing and Potential Buyer’s 3.6. Investment Feasibility Matrix 3.7. Value Chain Analysis 3.7.1. Profit Margin Analysis 3.7.2. Distributors 3.7.3. Retailers 3.8. PESTLE and Porter’s Analysis 3.9. Regulatory Landscape 3.9.1. By Key Regions 3.9.2. By Key Countries 3.10. Regional Parent Market Outlook 3.11. Production and Consumption Statistics 3.12. Import and Export Statistics 4. Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast, 2024 to 2034 4.1. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Analysis, 2019 to 2023 4.2. Current and Future Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Projections, 2024 to 2034 4.2.1. Y-o-Y Growth Trend Analysis 4.2.2. Absolute $ Opportunity Analysis 5. Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Product Type 5.1. Introduction / Key Findings 5.2. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Analysis By Product Type, 2019 to 2023 5.3. Current and Future Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Analysis and Forecast By Product Type, 2024 to 2034 5.3.1. Strong 5.3.2. Mild 5.3.3. Light 5.4. Y-o-Y Growth Trend Analysis By Product Type, 2019 to 2023 5.5. Absolute $ Opportunity Analysis By Product Type, 2024 to 2034 6. Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Flavor 6.1. Introduction / Key Findings 6.2. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Analysis By Flavor, 2019 to 2023 6.3. Current and Future Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Analysis and Forecast By Flavor, 2024 to 2034 6.3.1. Fruit 6.3.2. Caramel 6.3.3. Chocolate 6.3.4. Mint 6.3.5. Blended 6.3.6. Others 6.4. Y-o-Y Growth Trend Analysis By Flavor, 2019 to 2023 6.5. Absolute $ Opportunity Analysis By Flavor, 2024 to 2034 7. Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By End User 7.1. Introduction / Key Findings 7.2. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Analysis By End User, 2019 to 2023 7.3. Current and Future Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Analysis and Forecast By End User, 2024 to 2034 7.3.1. Beginner/ New Diver 7.3.2. Casual Diver 7.3.3. Active Diver 7.3.4. Advanced/ Professional Diver 7.4. Y-o-Y Growth Trend Analysis By End User, 2019 to 2023 7.5. Absolute $ Opportunity Analysis By End User, 2024 to 2034 8. Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Sales Channel 8.1. Introduction / Key Findings 8.2. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Analysis By Sales Channel, 2019 to 2023 8.3. Current and Future Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Analysis and Forecast By Sales Channel, 2024 to 2034 8.3.1. Hypermarkets/ Supermarkets 8.3.2. Specialty Stores 8.3.3. Convenience Stores 8.3.4. Independent Small Stores 8.3.5. Online Retailers 8.3.6. Other Sales Channel 8.4. Y-o-Y Growth Trend Analysis By Sales Channel, 2019 to 2023 8.5. Absolute $ Opportunity Analysis By Sales Channel, 2024 to 2034 9. Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Country 9.1. Introduction 9.2. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Analysis By Country, 2019 to 2023 9.3. Current Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Analysis and Forecast By Country, 2024 to 2034 9.3.1. KSA 9.3.2. UAE 9.3.3. Qatar 9.3.4. Oman 9.3.5. Rest of GCC 9.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis By Country 10. KSA Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Region 10.1. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2019 to 2023 10.2. Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2024 to 2034 10.2.1. By Region 10.2.2. By Product Type 10.2.3. By Flavor 10.2.4. By End User 10.2.5. By Sales Channel 10.3. Market Attractiveness Analysis 10.3.1. By Region 10.3.2. By Product Type 10.3.3. By Flavor 10.3.4. By End User 10.3.5. By Sales Channel 10.4. Key Takeaways 11. UAE Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Region 11.1. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2019 to 2023 11.2. Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2024 to 2034 11.2.1. By Region 11.2.2. By Product Type 11.2.3. By Flavor 11.2.4. By End User 11.2.5. By Sales Channel 11.3. Market Attractiveness Analysis 11.3.1. By Region 11.3.2. By Product Type 11.3.3. By Flavor 11.3.4. By End User 11.3.5. By Sales Channel 11.4. Key Takeaways 12. Qatar Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Region 12.1. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2019 to 2023 12.2. Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2024 to 2034 12.2.1. By Region 12.2.2. By Product Type 12.2.3. By Flavor 12.2.4. By End User 12.2.5. By Sales Channel 12.3. Market Attractiveness Analysis 12.3.1. By Region 12.3.2. By Product Type 12.3.3. By Flavor 12.3.4. By End User 12.3.5. By Sales Channel 12.4. Key Takeaways 13. Oman Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Region 13.1. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2019 to 2023 13.2. Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2024 to 2034 13.2.1. By Region 13.2.2. By Product Type 13.2.3. By Flavor 13.2.4. By End User 13.2.5. By Sales Channel 13.3. Market Attractiveness Analysis 13.3.1. By Region 13.3.2. By Product Type 13.3.3. By Flavor 13.3.4. By End User 13.3.5. By Sales Channel 13.4. Key Takeaways 14. Market Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Country 14.1. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2019 to 2023 14.2. Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Unit Pack) Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2024 to 2034 14.2.1. By Country 14.2.2. By Product Type 14.2.3. By Flavor 14.2.4. By End User 14.2.5. By Sales Channel 14.3. Market Attractiveness Analysis 14.3.1. By Country 14.3.2. By Product Type 14.3.3. By Flavor 14.3.4. By End User 14.3.5. By Sales Channel 14.4. Key Takeaways 15. Market Structure Analysis 15.1. Competition Dashboard 15.2. Competition Benchmarking 15.3. Market Share Analysis of Top Players 15.3.1. By Regional 15.3.2. By Product Type 15.3.3. By Flavor 15.3.4. By End User 15.3.5. By Sales Channel 16. Competition Analysis 16.1. Competition Deep Dive 16.1.1. Royal Hookah UAE 16.1.1.1. Overview 16.1.1.2. Product Portfolio 16.1.1.3. Profitability by Market Segments 16.1.1.4. Sales Footprint 16.1.1.5. Strategy Overview 16.1.1.5.1. Marketing Strategy 16.1.1.5.2. Product Strategy 16.1.1.5.3. Channel Strategy 16.1.2. Gulbahar Group 16.1.2.1. Overview 16.1.2.2. Product Portfolio 16.1.2.3. Profitability by Market Segments 16.1.2.4. Sales Footprint 16.1.2.5. Strategy Overview 16.1.2.5.1. Marketing Strategy 16.1.2.5.2. Product Strategy 16.1.2.5.3. Channel Strategy 16.1.3. Samara Premium Tobacco Molasses 16.1.3.1. Overview 16.1.3.2. Product Portfolio 16.1.3.3. Profitability by Market Segments 16.1.3.4. Sales Footprint 16.1.3.5. Strategy Overview 16.1.3.5.1. Marketing Strategy 16.1.3.5.2. Product Strategy 16.1.3.5.3. Channel Strategy 16.1.4. MSG Group of Companies 16.1.4.1. Overview 16.1.4.2. Product Portfolio 16.1.4.3. Profitability by Market Segments 16.1.4.4. Sales Footprint 16.1.4.5. Strategy Overview 16.1.4.5.1. Marketing Strategy 16.1.4.5.2. Product Strategy 16.1.4.5.3. Channel Strategy 16.1.5. Romman Shisha Ltd 16.1.5.1. Overview 16.1.5.2. Product Portfolio 16.1.5.3. Profitability by Market Segments 16.1.5.4. Sales Footprint 16.1.5.5. Strategy Overview 16.1.5.5.1. Marketing Strategy 16.1.5.5.2. Product Strategy 16.1.5.5.3. Channel Strategy 16.1.6. Middle East Tobacco Co. Ltd 16.1.6.1. Overview 16.1.6.2. Product Portfolio 16.1.6.3. Profitability by Market Segments 16.1.6.4. Sales Footprint 16.1.6.5. Strategy Overview 16.1.6.5.1. Marketing Strategy 16.1.6.5.2. Product Strategy 16.1.6.5.3. Channel Strategy 16.1.7. Al Zawrae Industrial Company 16.1.7.1. Overview 16.1.7.2. Product Portfolio 16.1.7.3. Profitability by Market Segments 16.1.7.4. Sales Footprint 16.1.7.5. Strategy Overview 16.1.7.5.1. Marketing Strategy 16.1.7.5.2. Product Strategy 16.1.7.5.3. Channel Strategy 16.1.8. Ugly Tobacco Hookah Inc. 16.1.8.1. Overview 16.1.8.2. Product Portfolio 16.1.8.3. Profitability by Market Segments 16.1.8.4. Sales Footprint 16.1.8.5. Strategy Overview 16.1.8.5.1. Marketing Strategy 16.1.8.5.2. Product Strategy 16.1.8.5.3. Channel Strategy 16.1.9. Eastern Tombac & Tobacco Establishment 16.1.9.1. Overview 16.1.9.2. Product Portfolio 16.1.9.3. Profitability by Market Segments 16.1.9.4. Sales Footprint 16.1.9.5. Strategy Overview 16.1.9.5.1. Marketing Strategy 16.1.9.5.2. Product Strategy 16.1.9.5.3. Channel Strategy 16.1.10. BMJ Industries 16.1.10.1. Overview 16.1.10.2. Product Portfolio 16.1.10.3. Profitability by Market Segments 16.1.10.4. Sales Footprint 16.1.10.5. Strategy Overview 16.1.10.5.1. Marketing Strategy 16.1.10.5.2. Product Strategy 16.1.10.5.3. Channel Strategy 16.1.11. Debaj Tobacco Factory L.L.C 16.1.11.1. Overview 16.1.11.2. Product Portfolio 16.1.11.3. Profitability by Market Segments 16.1.11.4. Sales Footprint 16.1.11.5. Strategy Overview 16.1.11.5.1. Marketing Strategy 16.1.11.5.2. Product Strategy 16.1.11.5.3. Channel Strategy 17. Assumptions & Acronyms Used 18. Research Methodology
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