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Food23 June, 2026
Coffee executive JDE Peet’s to lead Heineken
Heineken has nominated Rafael “Rafa” Oliveira as CEO and chairman of the board of directors. The new CEO comes from coffee and tea giant JDE Peet’s, marking a break with the long-standing tradition of appointing internal candidates at the brewing giant.
Fashion22 June, 2026
Clothing manufacturers are sounding the alarm: “We’re burning through capital”
The international apparel industry must break free from its obsession with the lowest unit price. It is not production costs themselves, but overproduction, excess inventory, and constant markdowns that erode the most value. That is the view of the International Apparel Federation (IAF), the global federation of apparel manufacturers.
Food22 June, 2026
Danone invests in Australian protein craze
Danone is making a two-pronged move in Australia: the FMCG group is acquiring Made Group, an Australian producer of coconut yogurt and smoothies, while simultaneously purchasing the remaining half of its joint venture with Saputo Dairy.
Fashion22 June, 2026
LolaLiza expands abroad through wholesale and e-commerce
Following the management buyout, LolaLiza has not only new owners but also new ambitions. In Belgium, management sees potential in 15 additional regions. The chain also plans to make new inroads in France, the Netherlands, and Germany.
Fashion22 June, 2026
El Corte Inglés changes CEOs again after just eight months
El Corte Inglés is changing CEOs yet again: the board of directors unanimously appointed Javier Catena as CEO, while Santiago Bau is leaving the company after just eight months. Catena will be the seventh CEO of the Spanish department store chain in just a few years.
Home22 June, 2026
Maisons du Monde finds British rescuers
Maisons du Monde posted a net loss of 406 million euros last fiscal year, while revenue fell by 5%. To avoid a court-supervised restructuring, management is putting together a rescue plan with two British investors. However, that too will have a major impact.
Food19 June, 2026
Price cuts cost Asda a billion in losses
The British supermarket chain Asda posted a loss of nearly 1 billion pounds (1.15 billion euros) in the past fiscal year. The loss is partly due to price cuts aimed at winning back customers.
General19 June, 2026
All European online stores must have a “cancel order” button, starting today
Starting June 19, 2026, all online stores in the European Union must include a clear cancellation feature in their app or on their website. The goal is to make it just as easy for consumers to cancel online purchases as it is to make them—with no more than three clicks.
Food19 June, 2026
[Interview] “Cross-border shopping is hurting the Belgian beverage industry” (Philip Buisseret, VIWF)
Consumption of water and soft drinks is on the rise again, thanks to growing demand for non-alcoholic beverages. But a combination of federal and regional taxes is driving price-conscious consumers across the border.
DIY/Garden19 June, 2026
Hornbach is chipping away at its competitors’ market share
Hornbach got off to a strong start in the new fiscal year. Growth was driven primarily by its European operations outside Germany, while the group gained market share in virtually all of its core markets.
Beauty/Care19 June, 2026
Strikes at Gall & Gall, Holland & Barrett, and Kruidvat over Sunday premiums
It’s shaping up to be a turbulent weekend in the Dutch retail sector. Employees of the Gall & Gall liquor store chain will once again go on strike on Saturday and Sunday due to dissatisfaction with collective bargaining negotiations. On Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21, they will be joined by…
Beauty/Care19 June, 2026
Douglas doesn’t expect any more shine this year
The Douglas cosmetics chain has revised its forecasts for this year downward for the second time. The cosmetics retailer now expects sales to remain stable, with growth between 0 and 1%.