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Marks & Spencer is making preparations to launch a new format store in the shape of a standalone branch, offering a curated selection of its womenswear, menswear and beauty ranges.

Starbucks, the world’s leading coffee house chain, has appointed one of the most sought-after managers in the US economy as CEO. Chipotle boss Brian Niccol will take over the role of CEO in September.

Marketing is under pressure: While customer behavior is constantly changing, new channels are continually being added, and budgets tend to shrink, marketing managers need to be more innovative than ever. Diamonds are created under pressure, but pressure also causes errors. Across brought together two European marketing experts, Sebastian Guth (Managing Director of 21Media) and Charlotte Andersen (Marketing Director at Rødovre Centrum), to discuss the role of marketing, error culture, shrinking budgets, and working with landlords.

According to Savills research „European Grocery Market 2024“ the European grocery sector has a positive growth outlook for the coming years. Improving consumer confidence, inflation slowly returning to target rates and a forecasted rise in retail sales bode well for consumers, retailers and investors alike. In Europe, the highest growth in retail sales in 2025 is expected in the Czech Republic and Belgium, with a 6% increase anticipated in both countries.

In recent years, leisure expenditures and household income in Austria have changed significantly. Leisure activities like dining out and entertainment have gained considerable importance in the retail and real estate sector as well.

Prada Group has reported a strong first-half performance for 2024, with an 18% increase in retail sales and a significant rise in EBIT margin to 22.6%.

Andrew Keith is quitting as CEO of the Selfridges division of Selfridges Group as of this autumn with the group’s Chief Executive André Maeder replacing him.

As an international F&B consultant, I am constantly confronted with statements like, “It’s not rocket science; how difficult can it be, or everyone can run a restaurant?” So I will use this column edition to embark on a little journey with you. We have already established that hospitality experiences are more important than ever. When I started in this industry, we thought 6% F&B was a good rate; now, we are running developments at 20%.

Søstrene Grene is continuing its expansion in Germany with another branch opening in Augsburg on July 26. According to the company, more than 80 stores are to be in operation in Germany by the end of the month.

ROS Retail Outlet Shopping, the 4th largest European operator with 12 managed outlet shopping destinations in 7 countries, has been acquired by the French FREY Group, a developer, investor and manager, and a real estate company listed on the Paris stock exchange, specialising in the development and operation of open-air shopping centers in Europe.

The need for convenience and variety has become paramount. Food halls are increasingly diversifying their offerings and have emerged as a perfect fit for the modern consumer. They have evolved into social hubs, fostering an environment that encourages socialising and meaningful connections, reveals Cushman & Wakefield in its latest Food Halls of Europe Report.

The most difficult times are behind us and retail has proven to be resilient, states MAPIC Director Francesco Pupillo. As such, this year’s MAPIC will once again be clearly focused on matchmaking and brands – especially dynamic brands that are part of experiential retail.