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Food7 April, 2026
[In the Picture] Rewe opens unstaffed neighborhood stores in rural areas
The German supermarket group REWE has opened a fully unstaffed mini-market in the village of Golmbach (Lower Saxony) that is open 24 hours a day. With this concept, the retailer aims to address a long-standing problem: the disappearance of traditional supermarkets in rural areas.
Electronics7 April, 2026
Fnac Darty sees potential in humanoid robots
Within one to two years, the stores of the Fnac Darty group will also be selling humanoid robots, says CEO Enrique Martinez. Product categories such as robot vacuum cleaners are already growing by more than 100% annually.
Leisure7 April, 2026
After 70 years, AVA continues to build its 100 million euro party decorations empire
Belgian retailer AVA is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year—with its own decorations, of course. The chain currently operates 52 stores in Belgium and Luxembourg and is now focusing on pop-ups, a new retail concept, and online growth.
Beauty/Care7 April, 2026
AS Watson highlights the environmental impact of its private-label products
In the Benelux, the chemist’s chain Kruidvat—a subsidiary of AS Watson and sister company to Superdrug—is introducing the Nature Impact Score, an independent rating that shows the environmental impact of its own-brand products. Customers can see the score in the app and on the website, but not yet on the…
Food3 April, 2026
The world’s leading chocolate country: not Belgium but the Netherlands
Since 2025, the Netherlands has been the largest exporter of cocoa products. Last year, the country overtook Germany. Interestingly, Belgium—globally known for its chocolate—does not even rank in the top three.
Fashion3 April, 2026
[In the picture] Juttu gives its Antwerp flagship store a makeover
Ten years after its opening, Juttu has given its very first flagship store on the Meir in Antwerp a major makeover. The location where the brand’s retail journey began now features a renovated façade, an improved layout, and a striking mural.
Food3 April, 2026
High energy prices are driving shoppers to discount stores
Shoppers appear to be quickly adjusting their shopping habits as energy prices rise due to the war in Iran. According to an analysis of visitor numbers, discounters are emerging as the winners in both the Netherlands and Germany
Food3 April, 2026
Colruyt brings nutrition and health together on a single site
On a new Colruyt Group site, nutrition and health go hand in hand: customers can find the Colruyt Group Academy, the Jims fitness club, a Colruyt Lowest Prices store, and a Collect&Go pickup point all in one place.
General3 April, 2026
Belgian shopping center is embracing ‘livestream commerce’ on TikTok
Shopping Center in Saint-Nicolas, in Flanders, is launching a monthly livestream on TikTok. Consumers can watch the broadcasts live online, ask questions, and discover products, while in-store visitors can also watch.
Leisure2 April, 2026
How Decathlon plans to reach one billion customers by 2030s
Decathlon could be celebrating its 50th anniversary in peace: the French sports retailer’s revenue continued to grow last year, and profits rose even faster. Instead, CEO Javier López is raising the bar: the chain aims to reach more than 2 billion people within ten years.
Fashion2 April, 2026
Despite declining revenue, Pepe Jeans is back in the black
Pepe Jeans moved out of the red last fiscal year, despite a decline in revenue. The British denim brand offset the drop in sales with stricter cost control.
Food2 April, 2026
Four new stores set to open for Jumbo Belgium
Jumbo hasn’t opened any new stores in Belgium yet this year, but that’s about to change. Lokeren and Ingelmunster are on the schedule soon, and the supermarket chain is also working on at least two other projects for which the buildings are already ready.