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Fashion18 March, 2026
Kiabi is expanding its online marketplace to Spain and Italy
Following its launch in France, Kiabi is accelerating its digital transformation with the further European rollout of its marketplace, which expands its product range to include third-party brands. Spain and Italy are first in line, with other countries to follow later.
Home18 March, 2026
Seats and Sofas to reimburse customers following warranty dispute
The furniture chain Seats and Sofas reimburses nearly 1,500 customers a total of 100,000 euros for fees wrongfully charged during the warranty period. This ruling not only affects the chain itself but also sends a message to the retail sector.
Food18 March, 2026
[In Depth] Should European supermarkets be worried about Joybuy?
Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com is launching its online store Joybuy in Europe with a fairly extensive selection of food products. Should supermarkets be worried about the competition? Judging by the product range and pricing, it doesn’t seem too concerning. Although.
Food18 March, 2026
HelloFresh is more profitable, but growth remains sluggish
HelloFresh, the global leader in meal kits, reported a sharp increase in its profit margin in 2025, but saw its revenue decline once again. The company remains committed to its efficiency strategy, though it has scaled back its growth forecasts for 2026.
Food18 March, 2026
New owners of Les Tartes de Françoise want a bigger slice of the pie
The Belgian pastry chain Les Tartes de Françoise plans to triple in size over the next three years. At least, that is the ambition of the Philippson family, which is acquiring a controlling stake in the cake chain.
Food18 March, 2026
Unilever considers spinning off its food division
Will Unilever’s other food brands follow the ice cream brands out the door? It seems a real possibility: the multinational is exploring ways to streamline its portfolio. However, this process is still in its early stages.
Food18 March, 2026
Jumbo unveils “positive” marketing approach
A new look, a new tagline, new campaigns, a new price label, a new magazine: Jumbo is revamping its marketing communications. “We’re going to do an even better job of explaining to our customers what Jumbo stands for,” says CEO Jesper Højer.
Food17 March, 2026
[Analysis] Lidl’s Sunday opening pushes Colruyt and Aldi further onto the defensive in Belgium
If Lidl starts opening its stores on Sundays soon, it will put pressure on Aldi and Colruyt to do the same. The result is a catch-22: costs rise, but sales do not. Yet the alternative is losing market share. A stalemate?
General17 March, 2026
Department stores facing stagnation are turning to AI and secondhand
Sales at international luxury department stores stabilized last year amid an uncertain economic climate and cautious consumers. The use of AI continues to grow, and the secondhand market is gaining ground.
Food17 March, 2026
Madaq chooses CCV: a partnership for growth and innovation
Madaq, the Dutch chocolate brand with international ambitions, aims to provide its customers with a fast, simple, and intuitive payment process. With CCV as its payment partner, the company can focus on innovation and growth.
Food17 March, 2026
Le Pain Quotidien continues its expansion in the Netherlands at Designer Outlet Roermond
The Belgian restaurant and bakery concept Le Pain Quotidien is taking the next step in its expansion in the Netherlands with the opening of a location at Designer Outlet Roermond. The chain is also looking for a location in The Hague.
Beauty/Care17 March, 2026
In less than a year, Medi-Market has already opened five stores in Madrid
With a new store in the Xanadú shopping center in the Spanish capital, the Belgian retailer Medi-Market now has five stores in Madrid in less than a year. Over the coming months, the retailer plans to open eight more stores across the country.