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General29 April, 2026
[Opinion] #Verychinese: what Labubu really predicted
The hype surrounding Labubu reflected a generation seeking gentleness in a world that had become too loud. But behind Labubu lies an entire Chinese consumer economy, and it is now making its way onto the European market.
Leisure29 April, 2026
Maxi Zoo owner Fressnapf continues to grow in Europe
The European market leader in specialty pet supply stores, operating in 15 countries, continued its European expansion last year with the opening of 195 additional stores. International operations now account for 67% of total revenue.
Fashion28 April, 2026
Pinko continues its recovery with strong profit growth
The Italian fashion group Pinko further boosted its profits in the first quarter. The luxury brand only returned to profitability last year, following several difficult years.
Food28 April, 2026
Czech CEO leaves Ahold Delhaize
Petr Pavlik, Brand President of the Albert supermarket chain in the Czech Republic, is leaving the company to pursue a career elsewhere, Ahold Delhaize reports. The retailer has begun the search for a successor.
Food28 April, 2026
Strong start for Coca-Cola
Coca-Cola got off to a strong start this year. The soft drink company reported higher-than-expected revenue and profits in the first quarter, thanks in part to strong sales of Coca-Cola Zero.
Food28 April, 2026
La Lorraine Bakery Group thrives despite “transitional year”
La Lorraine Bakery Group was in good shape in 2025. The Belgian bakery group expanded through new acquisitions and made significant investments in production and storage. 2026 will also be a year of investment.
Food28 April, 2026
“Renegotiating with supermarkets will become inevitable” warns the Belgian food industry
Belgian food companies are already feeling the impact of the war in Iran. For now, they are not passing on the costs, but renegotiations with supermarket chains will soon be inevitable, warns Fevia, the food industry federation.
Food28 April, 2026
How reusable mushroom trays are set to revolutionize Belgian waste management
Belgian supermarket chains are collectively testing a deposit system for reusable packaging. A (temporary) pilot program involves mushroom trays, but the stakes are high.
Fashion28 April, 2026
Claire’s closes its stores in the United Kingdom and Ireland
The accessories and jewelry chain Claire’s is now closing its doors in the United Kingdom and Ireland as well. A total of 154 stores will close, resulting in the loss of 1,300 jobs. Its Belgian and Dutch operations had previously gone bankrupt.
Food28 April, 2026
Nestlé holds steady despite exchange rate pressure and product recalls
Nestlé is facing pressure on its revenue due to unfavorable exchange rates and the aftermath of the global baby formula recall. Nevertheless, the FMCG giant is showing resilience: it saw growth in emerging markets, while Europe and the United States posted steady results.
Fashion27 April, 2026
Vinted is already worth 8 billion euros
Following an investment round of 880 million euros, the secondhand platform Vinted is now valued at 8 billion euros. The company notes that the online secondhand market is growing faster than the broader e-commerce sector.
Food27 April, 2026
DIA returns to force in Spain: 11% increase in revenue in the first quarter
DIA is excelling in the Spanish retail market: its revenue grew by a remarkable 11% in the first quarter of 2026—nearly twice as fast as the rest of the market. Results are also positive at the group level.