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Food16 September, 2026
Food company Hain Celestial finds buyer for its European division
The American company Hain Celestial, owner of organic and plant-based brands such as Lima, Rice Dream, Natumi, and Ella’s Kitchen, is selling its European operations to the investment group Aurelius.
General15 September, 2026
Amazon kicks off holiday sales with Prime Big Deal Days in October
On October 6 and 7, Amazon is launching its Prime Big Deal Days, a 48-hour shopping event featuring exclusive discounts for Prime members. The event is intended to kick off early holiday shopping in an increasingly competitive retail market.
Food15 September, 2026
Lidl, Dia, and Consum lead the growth, but Mercadona remains the undisputed Spanish leader
Lidl, Dia, and Consum have solidified their position as the chains that have gained the most market share in Spain during the first eight months of 2026. Although Mercadona continues to lead the sector with 27.4%, the three discount chains have made significant gains in a market marked by economic…
Food15 September, 2026
Lidl puts first “blind” self-driving truck on German public roads
Lidl is deploying an autonomous electric truck without a cab in Germany to deliver supplies to a store. The truck operates without a driver or safety operator on board and is the first of its kind to receive a permit from the German transportation authority.
General15 September, 2026
[In the Picture] Wingzz China: autonomous robots become commonplace, from the supermarket to the taxi
The last three days of the Wingzz China retail tour went from Alibaba in Hangzhou to the technology companies of Shenzhen. What stands out most: autonomous robots are not a vision of the future there, but are already determining how Chinese people shop, produce, move around, and even have their…
Fashion15 September, 2026
KaDeWe unites department stores for a European comeback
KaDeWe is unifying its three German luxury department stores under a single, more distinct brand family. With the unified brand name “House of KaDeWe,” the group aims not only to strengthen its presence in Germany but also to expand its position among Europe’s leading department stores.
Food15 September, 2026
Carrefour Romania’s stores to be given a new, yet familiar-sounding name
Carrefour’s nearly 500 stores in Romania, which were acquired earlier this year by the local company Pavăl Holding, will all be given a completely new identity starting next year, under the somewhat familiar-sounding name Korra.
Fashion15 September, 2026
Takko Fashion posts record results once again
Takko Fashion has just posted the highest quarterly revenue in its history. The fashion retailer continues to gain market share in its home market of Germany and is also performing strongly in other European markets.
General15 September, 2026
Bol adds AI right next to the search bar
Starting today, Bol is making its AI shopping assistant, Shophulp, available to all customers. The beta version is designed to help consumers choose products by relying less on keywords and filters and more on conversation.
Food15 September, 2026
[In the picture] With Intermarché Express, Les Mousquetaires launch their urban offensive in Brussels
Today, in the heart of Brussels, the first Belgian location of Intermarché Express—the urban retail concept from Groupement Mousquetaires—is opening. This new format aims to stand out with in-house prepared meals and low prices.
Food15 September, 2026
With its “Move & Save” subscription, Colruyt Group bridges the gap between fitness clubs and supermarkets
Colruyt Group is launching Move & Save, a subscription plan that, for the first time, systematically links Jims fitness clubs and Colruyt supermarkets. This marks a significant step for the “food & health retailer.”
Food14 September, 2026
Vandemoortele expects an upturn after a difficult first half of the year
Amid challenging market conditions, both revenue and profits are under pressure at the Belgian food group Vandemoortele. Nevertheless, the company—which is cutting costs and investing in efficiency—describes its half-year results as “resilient.”