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General21 September, 2026
How Google Shopping disappeared from European search results
European online stores have lost their free visibility on Google Shopping, just as the end-of-year campaigns are getting underway. After Europe called Google out, it appears that the search engine is removing all organic Shopping results. Instead, Google is heavily investing in AI-commerce.
General21 September, 2026
[Opinion] When geopolitics also becomes a property risk
Six factories, some 7,000 employees, and hundreds of stores. That’s how much Nestlé, Auchan, and Leroy Merlin are losing in Russia today. These aren’t footnotes in an annual report, but real, physical assets built up over decades.
Fashion21 September, 2026
Why even INNO collects textiles: “One of our most successful campaigns”
INNO is seeing strong growth in its annual textile collection campaign with Spullenhulp. The department store chain is thus combining its circular economy goals with increased foot traffic. “We’re all competing for consumers, so if we can do that in a sustainable and socially responsible way, it can only be…
Beauty/Care21 September, 2026
[In the picture] Beauty brand Cent Pur Cent aims to build awareness with a flagship store in Antwerp
The skincare brand Cent Pur Cent opened a flagship store in Antwerp on Saturday, September 19. This is only the brand’s second store—the first being in Hasselt—and its products are available at more than 1,000 pharmacies in Belgium and online.
Fashion21 September, 2026
New Balance takes Decathlon to court over logo: K or N?
New Balance has filed a lawsuit against the French sports retailer Decathlon. The logo on the Kiprun running shoes is said to resemble the American shoe manufacturer’s iconic “N” too closely.
Food18 September, 2026
Putin nationalizes Nestlé and Auchan’s russian operations
Russia is placing the Russian operations of Nestlé, Auchan, and Lemana Pro—the former Leroy Merlin—under its own “temporary” management. Once again, several major Western companies are losing effective control over their Russian assets.
General18 September, 2026
Action launches in Slovenia
On Friday, the Dutch non-food discounter Action opened its first store in Slovenia. This marks the sixteenth market for the rapidly growing retailer. Bulgaria will follow soon.
Food18 September, 2026
Picnic to expand its meal delivery service to Germany
Online grocery store Picnic will launch its prepared meal service on the German market in 2027, following a pilot program in the Netherlands. The Picnic Family loyalty program will also expand to Germany.
Food18 September, 2026
From casseroles to shiitake chips: Delhaize embraces uncomplicated comfort food
While the produce section is undergoing a major makeover, Delhaize showcased a trend toward comfort foods across various categories at its Food Market. The premium private label Taste of Inspirations is also receiving more attention.
Electronics18 September, 2026
[Analysis] Will Europe allow JD.com to acquire MediaMarkt and Saturn?
The European Commission must decide by October 23 whether JD.com is allowed to acquire the parent company of MediaMarkt and Saturn. To that end, Brussels is examining whether the Chinese e-commerce giant received state aid—and, above all, whether that aid could disrupt the European market. A new report estimates that…
Beauty/Care18 September, 2026
Unilever also sells baby care brand Zwitsal
Unilever sells baby care brand Zwitsal to the Dutch Royal Sanders. The producer of, among others, Melkmeisje, Van Gils and Odorex will take over the brand at the beginning of next year.
General18 September, 2026
Amazon Benelux looks for new leader following Eva Faict’s departure
Eva Faict is leaving Amazon after 11 years. The country manager for Belgium and the Netherlands, who helped launch Amazon.com.be, has decided to take on a new role outside the e-commerce company.