Peer-to-peer platform Shpper closes funding round to expand regional operations, strengthen personal shopping services, and connect more travelers with buyers across the GCC.
United Arab Emirates, September 6, 2025 — Shpper, a peer-to-peer platform that connects buyers with travelers acting as personal shoppers, announced it has closed a Pre-Series A funding round led by a Kuwaiti investment firm, marking a significant step in the company’s growth path.
The investment comes as Shpper reports tripling its user growth over the past year while expanding operations into Kuwait. Since its launch, the platform has facilitated more than 25,000 trips, reflecting rising demand for alternative cross-border shopping methods as international shipping tariffs continue to climb.
Founded to link buyers with travelers, Shpper enables users to request items purchased abroad and…
