Waqas H SiddiquiFounder

Areas of Expertise

15+ Years in Market Research
UAE Market Entry Specialist
Based in UAE (Since 1992)
Local-Insights, German Standards
Top-rated on Google & Clutch

Education

M.Sc. International Business,
Friedrich Alexander University,
Germany.

MBA Marketing,
Preston University, UAE.

Profile

As a market research specialist in Dubai and UAE, I combine 15 years of experience with a strong educational background from Germany and deep ties to the UAE since 1992. My presence in both countries enables me to deliver high-quality research, guided by love and not just logic. I bring German-quality standards and research precision to every project. This care and dedication is reflected in our high ratings on Google and Clutch.

Founder’s Message

Research Konnection is a labour of passion inspired by my inquisitive nature, which is always on the lookout for knowledge. It all began with supervising case studies; I have proudly been part of more than 100. But with the wealth of information within the major sectors of UAE, it was time to formalise the knowledge into a business tool. Research Konnection was born.

Research Konnection is a boutique firm that conducts in-depth market feasibility studies and offers a one-stop solution for potential businesses to be set up in Dubai and UAE. We bring rich experience of local markets that enables us to provide deeper insights and offer practical approaches to established and emerging businesses.

With this we can partner with local and international companies and brands by offering a unique blend of market research and consulting services that can help them in transforming in redefining revenue models and exploring possibilities of business expansion in UAE and GCC region.

We invite you to join us as we ask, to paraphrase Warren Berger, “The More Beautiful Question”, and set out to find answers to all your business needs.

Publications

Dubai Economic Growth 2025: GDP Expands 4.4% as Key Sectors Drive Momentum

Photo by Leon Macapagal Dubai Economic Growth 2025 Highlights Strong and Diversified Performance Dubai economic growth 2025 remained robust in the first half of the year, with the emirate’s GDP expanding 4.4% year-on-year to reach AED 241 billion. The second quarter alone registered a 4.7% increase, taking the quarterly GDP to AED 122 billion. This

November 12, 2025 Read more
Dubai Education Sector Sees Major Growth with 60 New Schools by 2033

Dubai Education Market: Policy and Growth Initiative Dubai’s announcement to build 60 new affordable schools by 2033 is reshaping the Dubai education market, signaling significant opportunities for both K–12 operators and higher education providers. The initiative follows approvals by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister

November 6, 2025 Read more
UAE Economic Growth Forecast 2025: IMF Projects Strong Momentum

Image – Freepik UAE Poised for Strongest Growth in the Gulf, IMF Forecasts The UAE economic growth forecast 2025 signals a period of remarkable expansion, with the nation cementing its reputation as one of the world’s most dynamic and resilient economies. According to the latest UAE economic growth forecast 2025 by the IMF, the nation’s

October 30, 2025 Read more