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Food17 April, 2026
Dr. Oetker defies global uncertainties with sound results
Despite a challenging economic climate, Dr. Oetker posted stable results in 2025. Thanks to “clear priorities and innovative products,” the food company was able to maintain its competitive position.
Food17 April, 2026
Royal Swinkels sees modest growth despite a sluggish beer market
In 2025, brewer Royal Swinkels held its ground in a challenging market. The family-owned company behind Cornet and Bavaria achieved modest revenue growth and higher profits, even though volumes were under pressure in several European markets.
Food17 April, 2026
Private label is once again growing faster than manufacturer brands, but not everywhere
The higher cost of groceries continued to drive consumers toward store brands in 2025. In 17 European countries, store brands grew faster than the overall food market, both in value and volume. Nevertheless, manufacturer brands still hold a larger market share almost everywhere.
Fashion17 April, 2026
Richemont injects 100 million euros into Delvaux
Richemont is stepping in again to help its Belgian subsidiary Delvaux. The Swiss luxury group is converting a debt of 100.6 million euros into equity, but the handbag maker’s structural challenges remain.
Food17 April, 2026
Colruyt Group plans to expand the Bon lunch chain through franchising
Bon, the lunch chain in which Colruyt Group holds a majority stake, aims to double the number of locations by 2030. Part of this expansion will be driven by independent franchisees.
Food16 April, 2026
“Robots and drones will soon replace food delivery drivers”
Drones and self-driving robots are cheaper, more environmentally friendly, and more efficient than human couriers, according to a new report by Barclays. The food delivery market is on the verge of a structural shift, the analysis states. A futuristisc dream or, on the contrary, a bleak future?
Food16 April, 2026
Carrefour CEO Alexandre Bompard offers words of encouragement to Belgium
Alexandre Bompard, CEO of Carrefour, visited Belgium on Thursday to review the initial results of the new strategic plan. This is noteworthy, given the recent speculation about the retailer’s future in the country.
Food16 April, 2026
PepsiCo is winning back customers with cheaper crisps
PepsiCo beat expectations in the first quarter, thanks to successful price cuts, strategic acquisitions, and a recovery in the North American food sector.
Fashion16 April, 2026
ReconKering: How Kering is pulling out all the stops to save Gucci
An ambitious turnaround plan aims to double Kering’s profit margin. The French luxury group is focusing on a combination of cost-cutting, debt reduction, and a thorough overhaul of its product portfolio. CEO Luca de Meo announced this at the Capital Markets Day.
Food16 April, 2026
The chocolate tastes bitter at Barry Callebaut
Supply chain disruptions caused by the war in Iran and overcapacity in the cocoa market are leading to declining sales for the Swiss chocolate manufacturer Barry Callebaut, which expects only a slight improvement in the second half of its fiscal year.
Food16 April, 2026
Deliverect streamlines quick-commerce operations for Asda
The Belgian food technology company Deliverect has signed a deal with the British supermarket chain Asda to streamline fast home deliveries from neighborhood stores and supermarkets.
Food16 April, 2026
Lidl and Iceland ads banned in the UK
Both Lidl and Iceland were forced to pull their ads in the United Kingdom. They are the first retailers to face penalties as a result of the recent British ban on junk food advertising.