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Fashion2 April, 2026
Esprit: revenue halved but losses narrowed
Esprit, now reduced to a mere licensed brand, is still operating at a loss, but has significantly reduced its losses. This is evident from the results of its first fiscal year following the relaunch. However, revenue is also much lower.
General2 April, 2026
Vacancy rates for Belgian retail properties reach record levels
Despite years of decline, the vacancy rate for commercial properties in Belgium reached a new record high in 2025: 11.9% of properties stood vacant. However, this is mainly due to closures in the hospitality sector.
Food2 April, 2026
Foodmaker continues international expansion at Billa in Austria
Foodmaker, the Belgian restaurant chain and producer of ultra-fresh meals, is taking a new step in its European expansion with the launch of its products at Billa, the Austrian market leader and a subsidiary of the Rewe Group.
Home2 April, 2026
New owner announces investments in Kwantum and Leen Bakker
The acquisition of the retail brands Kwantum and Leen Bakker by the investment fund Orlando Capital V has been successfully completed. The new owner plans to invest in product offerings, the in-store experience, logistics, and IT.
Food2 April, 2026
Supermarkets and human rights: Lidl leads the way in the Netherlands and Belgium
Supermarkets are still not doing enough to promote women’s rights and ensure fair wages for farmers and workers in their supply chains. Lidl is far ahead of other retailers in the Netherlands and Belgium, while Dirk and Carrefour bring up the rear.
General2 April, 2026
Action is the most popular retailer in France
For the fourth year in a row, Action has been named the most popular retail chain in France, across all sectors. The Dutch discount retailer has significantly more fans there than local brands such as Leroy Merlin and Decathlon.
General1 April, 2026
April Fools’ day in retail: baking ice cubes, delivery drive perfume and listening mugs
April 1st is the annual highlight of corny jokes, and retailers traditionally love to join in on the fun. Generative AI made it extra easy this year, but some still managed to come up with surprisingly creative ideas.
Food1 April, 2026
Keurig Dr Pepper completes acquisition of JDE Peet’s and appoints CEO
Keurig Dr Pepper has acquired 96.22% of the shares in JDE Peet’s following its takeover bid. The next step will be to split the merged company into an American soft drink producer and a global coffee giant, for which a CEO has already been appointed.
General1 April, 2026
[In the Picture] Joybuy launches debut campaign for the European market
Joybuy, JD.com’s new European online store, is launching its first large-scale advertising campaign today. An ad will be shown across Europe on streaming platforms and in public spaces.
Fashion1 April, 2026
Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger are driving PVH Corp.’s numbers, as company sees its profits dwindle
PVH Corp., the parent company of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, reports a 3% increase in revenue for the year 2025. However, promotions, import tariffs, and other cost increases are weighing on profitability.
Food1 April, 2026
Plus is focusing on new acquisitions after costly merger years
The Dutch supermarket chain Plus is looking to grow again through acquisitions, after the integration of Coop weighed heavily on its results for years. According to management, 2025 marked a turning point, although losses are still mounting…
Home1 April, 2026
Curtain falls on French furniture chain Alinea: 1,200 jobs lost
The French furniture chain Alinea, owned by the Mulliez family (Auchan, Leroy Merlin, and others), is disappearing from the scene for good. The court declared the company bankrupt, and there were no potential buyers. This brings a 36-year retail history to an end and results in the loss of more…