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General28 October, 2026
Temu conducts additional product inspections in warehouses following European fine
Temu is strengthening its product inspections by establishing its own testing laboratories in the warehouses of its logistics partners. In response to the recent 200 million euro fine imposed by the European Union, the e-commerce platform had the independent certification body Bureau Veritas confirm that the laboratories are capable of…
Food28 October, 2026
Heineken gains ground again thanks non-alcoholic beer and “pace”
Heineken posted strong results in the third quarter of 2026, but new CEO Rafael Oliveira emphasizes that more is needed to ensure sustainable growth. The long, hot summer and the rise of non-alcoholic beers certainly helped boost sales.
Food28 October, 2026
Danone is growing mainly due to higher prices
Danone’s revenue growth in the third quarter is largely due to price increases. Protein-rich foods and health products remain key growth drivers. In the United States, the food giant is taking steps to address its disappointing performance.
Beauty/Care28 October, 2026
Focus on “power brands” continues to pay off for Unilever
Unilever posted better-than-expected third-quarter results thanks to strong performance from its leading brands in the household, personal care, and beauty categories. The food division lagged slightly behind.
Fashion28 October, 2026
BHV Marais files for court-supervised reorganization after a turbulent period
The iconic BHV Marais department store filed its petition for court-supervised reorganization today with the Lyon Commercial Court. Management emphasizes that this step is necessary to safeguard the recovery plan and preserve jobs for 700 employees. The department store will remain open as usual during the proceedings.
Electronics27 October, 2026
MediaMarkt’s parent company, Ceconomy, exceeds its own expectations
Ceconomy, the parent company of MediaMarkt and Saturn, closed its 2025/26 fiscal year with stronger-than-expected results. The electronics retailer saw its profit rise by 27%, while revenue grew by 5.3%. Meanwhile, the acquisition by China’s JD.com is approaching a decisive phase.
Food27 October, 2026
Instacart discontinues smart shopping cart: Carrefour and Morrisons to seek alternative
Pilot projects featuring Instacart’s smart shopping cart at Carrefour Belgium and Morrisons are set to be scrapped, now that the American tech company no longer sees a future for its Caper Cart. Are there any alternatives?
Fashion27 October, 2026
[In the Picture] De Bijenkorf renovates 9,000 m² in Amsterdam
De Bijenkorf has thoroughly renovated the second and third floors of its department store on Dam Square in Amsterdam. With 9,000 m² of renovated retail space, new brands, beauty concepts, and dining options, the department store aims to place greater emphasis on the shopping experience and personalized service.
Food27 October, 2026
Sugar-free drinks are giving Coca-Cola a boost
In the third quarter, Coca-Cola posted stronger-than-expected growth in revenue and profit. The soft drink giant is also raising its outlook for the full fiscal year.
Fashion27 October, 2026
Shein settles for 100 million dollars in US complaint investigation
Shein is paying $100 million to settle an investigation by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission. The investigation was launched due to delivery delays and other customer complaints, but the ultra-fast-fashion group says it has reached a constructive resolution, without providing further details.
Beauty/Care27 October, 2026
Nivea remains a cause for concern for Beiersdorf, despite recovery plan
Beiersdorf once again saw a decline in sales in the third quarter. Its flagship brand, Nivea, in particular, continues to struggle, although the German cosmetics group is seeing the first signs of recovery. Dermacosmetics and the luxury brand La Prairie, on the other hand, are growing strongly.
Food27 October, 2026
Competition regulator blocks Unox deal between Unilever and Zwanenberg
If Zwanenberg Food Group acquires the Unox and Zwan brands from Unilever, it could lead to higher prices for smoked sausages, cooked sausages, and soups, fears the Dutch competition authority, which is blocking the deal.