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DIY/Garden10 August, 2026
Gamma has closed two stores in Brussels
Gamma closed two stores in Brussels this summer. The home improvement chain says it is doing so for “business reasons.” The retailer lost market share in Belgium last year.
Food10 August, 2026
The most successful campaign ever—and other interesting facts from the Colruyt Annual Report
Last fall, Colruyt launched its most engaging campaign ever. The product assortment in its supermarkets is evolving, its retail media offerings are expanding, and a “murder mystery dinner” has emerged as the most popular cooking workshop.
General10 August, 2026
Quite a few newcomerss expected at Wijnegem Shopping Center
This fall will be full of surprises and changes for Wijnegem Shopping Center: the mall will welcome several notable new additions this fall, including a familiar face, two beauty brands, and a Belgian lifestyle retailer.
General10 August, 2026
Cyberattack causes delivery delays at De Bijenkorf
Although the Bijenkorf online store is open as usual, customers are still experiencing delays following the cyberattack on logistics provider Ceva Logistics: anyone who places an order now will not receive their products until September 4.
Fashion7 August, 2026
H&M plans round of layoffs in the UK
H&M has informed approximately 250 British office employees of an impending reorganization that could result in job losses. The restructuring follows earlier measures in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Spain, which have already resulted in the loss of hundreds of jobs.
Beauty/Care7 August, 2026
French beauty chain Aroma-Zone to be acquired by Swiss investor
The Swiss investment fund Partners Group announced Thursday that it has entered into exclusive negotiations to acquire the French natural beauty and wellness brand Aroma-Zone from the holding company Eurazeo.
Fashion7 August, 2026
Ralph Lauren reports higher-than-expected growth in turnover and profit
Ralph Lauren closed the first quarter of its fiscal year with net revenue of $1.96 billion (approximately 1.7 billion euros), up 14% from a year earlier. Following this better-than-expected start, the company is also raising its outlook for the full fiscal year.
Food7 August, 2026
Struggling Diageo to cut costs by more than a billion
Beverage manufacturer Diageo, owner of Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff, and Baileys, plans to make significant cost cuts following a decline in revenue, while simultaneously investing in growth for brands such as Guinness and premixed cocktails.
Fashion7 August, 2026
Mr. Marvis breaks the 100 million euro mark and doubles profits
The Dutch pants brand Mr Marvis is doing well: in 2025, its revenue exceeded 100 million euros for the first time, and its profits doubled. Significant marketing investments appear to be paying off.
Food7 August, 2026
Lotus Bakeries invests half a billion in growing Biscoff
Lotus Bakeries continues to grow at a double-digit rate and is launching its largest-ever investment program to expand production capacity for Biscoff: “We need to seize this momentum.”
General7 August, 2026
Ace & Tate also reports data breach at logistics company
Following earlier reports by De Bijenkorf and Bol of a cyber incident involving a logistics partner, eyewear chain Ace & Tate has now also warned customers about a data breach. Financial information, usernames, and passwords were not compromised.
Leisure7 August, 2026
DreamLand and Intertoys post strong results
After an eventful year, DreamLand and Intertoys are publishing their first consolidated results. CEO Koen Nolmans is pleased with the figures: he calls them a “historically strong result.”