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Fashion26 February, 2026
Puma turns red: pins hopes on China after losses
Puma will be in the red by 2025. The German sneaker manufacturer is continuing its restructuring this year, but is also hoping for support from its new Chinese shareholder.
Food26 February, 2026
Unrest continues at Intermarché Belgium
Intermarché affiliates in Belgium are coming forward with stories of chaos within the group following the takeover of Mestdagh. Retailers are paying the price, they say: the first bankruptcies are already a reality. Management denies this: the figures are excellent and the logistical problems are behind us.
Food26 February, 2026
Entrepreneurs sound the alarm: did Intermarché Belgium make a mistake in acquiring Mestdagh?
The crisis at Intermarché Belgium continues. It seems that the retailer has bitten off more than it can chew with the acquisition of Mestdagh, resulting in chaos in the areas of logistics, operations, finance, and IT. This has led to dissatisfied franchisees and now also to bankruptcies.
Food26 February, 2026
[Interview] “With the acquisition of Mestdagh, Intermarché Belgium has gained twenty years”
The fact that Intermarché in Belgium is currently operating at a loss is a logical consequence of the investments made in connection with the acquisition of Mestdagh, according to the management, who regret the recurring criticism from dissatisfied entrepreneurs: “There have certainly been challenges, but those are behind us. The…
Food26 February, 2026
Just Eat Takeaway tests delivery with “singing” robots
Just Eat is launching a pilot project with autonomous delivery robots in Sunderland, UK. In 99% of cases, the robots will be able to deliver within minutes without human intervention.
Food26 February, 2026
Carrefour Belgium boosts Sunday sales with strong promotion on electronics
Carrefour’s Belgian hypermarkets are promoting their Sunday openings this week with a remarkable offer: for every €100 spent in the electronics department, shoppers receive a €30 discount voucher.
Food26 February, 2026
Online grocery specialist Ocado cuts a thousand jobs
Ocado is making deep cuts to its workforce in order to reduce costs. The British retail technology company is cutting a thousand jobs in a cost-cutting exercise worth £150 million.
Fashion26 February, 2026
Topshop joins forces with Bestseller for European wholesale
Topshop is joining forces with Scandinavian fashion group Bestseller (Jack&Jones, Vero Moda, and more) to accelerate its European comeback: Bestseller will distribute the British fashion label to international wholesale partners.
Food26 February, 2026
Belgian Tanger Markt stores closed due to illegal employment
All six Belgian branches of the Dutch ethnic supermarket chain Tanger Markt have been sealed off: following a large-scale inspection, illegal employment was discovered in the stores.
Electronics25 February, 2026
Fnac Darty sailing steady, soon with a new captain
Fnac Darty proved resilient in 2025. According to CEO Enrique Martinez, the French group excelled in strategic consistency. Nonetheless, the retailer may have a new owner before the summer.
Food25 February, 2026
Keurig Dr Pepper eager to acquire JDE Peet’s after price increases
Keurig Dr Pepper, owner of Lavazza coffee and Schweppes, among others, saw profits recover in the fourth quarter, thanks to price increases. The American beverage producer, which is about to acquire JDE Peet’s, is eagerly looking forward to 2026.
Food25 February, 2026
Diageo immediately put on the chopping block by “Drastic Dave”
British beverage giant Diageo, known for brands such as Johnnie Walker, Guinness, and Smirnoff, is facing a turbulent period. New CEO Dave Lewis—nicknamed “Drastic Dave” because of his reputation as a reformer—announced a sharp reduction in the annual forecast today.