Belgian Retail Shock: The +5% Surge in Bruges & Hasselt

The latest Cushman & Wakefield 2025 report on Belgian retail reads less like a and more like a cycling race where the favorites are suddenly looking over their shoulders. While the major metropolitan hubs—our “Big Four” of Antwerp, Brussels, and Ghent—are cruising at their established high speeds, two regional contenders have mounted a thrilling breakaway, … Read more

Emerging markets tend to perceive brands as more luxurious

Chanel and Clinique are leading the way in luxury beauty: Euromonitor International.  Economy, Standard, Premium or Luxury? Brand Perceptions Around the World.  Different markets and regions have completely different perceptions of luxury brands. According to Euromonitor market researcher, the perception of brands as luxurious and trends in buying behaviours differ between developed and emerging markets … Read more