Lulu Group opened its first hypermarket in Taif on October 1, 2025, with a grand opening ceremony attended by Taif's Mayor Abdullah bin Khamis Al-Zaidi and Lulu Group Chairman M.A. Yusuffali. The new, 70th store in Saudi Arabia marks a significant expansion for LuLu, supporting Saudi Vision 2030 by creating jobs and providing modern retail experiences in the city.

Details of the Taif Store:
Size: The hypermarket covers a total area of 195,770 square feet.
Offerings: It features a wide range of products and services, including a supermarket, fresh food section, electronics (LuLu Connect), fashion, a department store, beauty products (BLSH), and optical services (Eye Express).
Amenities: Shoppers can utilize an upgraded food court, six self-checkout counters, and approximately 500 parking spaces.

Strategic Significance:
Expansion: The opening strengthens LuLu's presence in the Saudi retail market, with a specific focus on expanding into Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities like Taif.
Alignment with Vision 2030: The expansion directly supports Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 by fostering community growth and generating employment opportunities.
Community Integration: During the inauguration, M.A. Yusuffali also honored staff who created a Guinness World Record-winning shattered glass artwork for Saudi National Day, further demonstrating the group's integration into local culture.