Articles filed underRetail
Concept Stores: A Different Approach to Retail Marketing
By Pierre-Nicolas Schwab •
Discover the very essence of the concept store through this detailed analysis, which I’ve enriched with numerous examples gathered during my travels.
The Bulk Market: Analysis and Outlook – European Growth and French Challenges
This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the bulk market, based on the latest available statistics. I analyse in particular the situation in France and Belgium.
Groupe Action: analysis of strategy based on exceptional growth
Action stores are everywhere and are gaining market share throughout Europe. In this article, I examine the reasons for this success and project into the future of this "low-cost" model.
Shoplifting: Anti-theft technologies are becoming increasingly popular
By Pierre-Nicolas Schwab •
Shoplifting has become a major problem for retailers. Increasingly sophisticated technological solutions are available on the market. Here's an overview.
Consumer Trends in 2026: Analysis and Strategic Advice
By Pierre-Nicolas Schwab •
Europe enters 2026 with a rather turbulent consumer landscape. Our research firm has compiled the latest available statistics to project the 2026 consumption trends. The emerging picture reveals a continent where shopping habits are evolving under the influence of complex…
Picard: Marketing Strategy Analysis and Outlook
By Pierre-Nicolas Schwab •
The frozen food brand Picard follows a very inspiring... and successful strategy. Growth is on track thanks to marketing built around six key areas. We decode them for you, drawing on numerous recent market statistics.
Retailtainment: Definition, Analysis, and Concrete Examples
By Pierre-Nicolas Schwab •
Retailtainment is a strategy that attracts and retains customers in stores. The benefits are numerous, but this strategy is not inexpensive to implement.
