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Home23 March, 2026
Kave Home continues international expansion with its first Belgian store
The Spanish design brand Kave Home, one of the fastest-growing brands for furniture and home accessories in Europe, is opening its first store in Belgium this week. The retailer already has 140 stores in 80 countries.
DIY/Garden23 March, 2026
Hornbach meets its revenue forecast but is grappling with higher costs
The German home improvement group Hornbach met its own targets in the past fiscal year, but was unable to fully offset the sharp rise in costs in the fourth quarter.
Food23 March, 2026
Danone acquires ready-to-eat meal company Huel
Danone is acquiring Huel, a producer of ready-to-eat meals that positions itself as a “complete,” functional food. The company thus fits into the Renew Danone strategy, through which the FMCG giant aims to strengthen its presence in health-focused categories.
Food23 March, 2026
Ikea restaurants are getting digital kiosks
Following successful pilot projects in Spain and Portugal, the first Ikea restaurant in Belgium has now also implemented a digital ordering system. This has led to an increase in customer numbers and higher satisfaction levels.
Fashion23 March, 2026
Chaussea saves footwear brand Kickers from bankruptcy
French footwear giant Chaussea is acquiring the Kickers brand from the estate of the bankrupt Royer Group. Although 135 jobs will be lost, the acquisition is the only lifeline for the footwear brand. It is also a historic step for Chaussea.
Food20 March, 2026
Biedronka is eyeing Carrefour’s Polish division
Biedronka, Poland’s largest supermarket chain and owned by the Portuguese group Jeronimo Martins, is interested in acquiring a significant portion of Carrefour’s Polish assets.
Food20 March, 2026
Colruyt is testing a new store layout
A familiar sight appears to be disappearing: in five Colruyt test stores, the wine section is no longer the first aisle near the entrance. The retailer wants to highlight promotions more prominently and is also promoting more responsible alcohol consumption.
General20 March, 2026
Why Alibaba is turning to AI as a lifeline
Alibaba has taken a beating in recent months. In the quarter ending in December, profits plummeted, while the only growth in retail was driven by same-day delivery in China and (to a small extent) by its international operations.
Fashion20 March, 2026
Fashion distributor Gab files for court-supervised reorganization
The Belgian fashion distributor Gab International is initiating a judicial reorganization. The company has been given several months to develop a reorganization plan.
Fashion20 March, 2026
Dressr launches a rental service for vintage designer handbags
For the first time, Belgian consumers can rent restored designer handbags. Fashion rental platform Dressr, in collaboration with the Ghent-based restoration studio HoiHoi, is launching a new category that brings vintage pieces from luxury brands back into circulation.
Food20 March, 2026
McCormick makes a bid for Unilever’s food division
Unilever confirmed this morning that it has received an offer from spice manufacturer McCormick & Company for its food division. It remains uncertain whether a deal will be reached.
Home20 March, 2026
Ikea retailer Ingka is cutting 800 jobs
Ingka Group, the largest Ikea franchisee, is moving toward a “simpler organization.” Eight hundred jobs will be cut within the group’s corporate functions. “We have grown too complex in a retail environment that requires speed and agility,” said CEO Juvencio Maeztu.