Articles filed underRetail
Coffee Market: Analysis and Outlook
By Pierre-Nicolas Schwab •
For many of us, coffee is a daily ritual and a constant companion throughout the day. It is also a market that has weathered successive crises and is seeing consumption habits diversify. In this analysis, we provide a comprehensive overview based on the latest available figures.
Starting a Franchise: 10 Steps to Follow
In my 20 years in the franchise industry, I’ve seen many mistakes made—some of them fatal. That’s why I wanted to create a concise yet detailed guide to the steps you need to take to stack the odds in your favor.
Concept Stores: A Different Approach to Retail Marketing
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
By Pierre-Nicolas Schwab •
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
By Pierre-Nicolas Schwab •
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…
