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Category: Retail & HoReCa
The global fashion industry is going through a period of slowdown. According to the forecasts of consulting companies, growth in the fashion segment remains unstable and low. Against this background, the beauty market shows the opposite dynamics. According to analysts’ estimates, the global beauty market has already reached about 450 billion dollars, and its average annual growth until 2030 may be about 5%. This is why many fashion companies are actively developing the production of cosmetics and perfumes, considering this segment as an additional source of income.
Chinese garment factories have announced price increases amid a sharp rise in the cost of chemical fibers, including polyester and acrylic. The cost of these materials has increased by more than 10 percent since the start of U.S. and Israeli military action against Iran, according to representatives of seven factories in the country’s southern and eastern provinces.
The conflict in the Middle East has begun to have a noticeable impact on global apparel supply chains. Due to airspace closures and flight cancellations, many shipments from South Asia have been blocked at airports, creating serious problems for manufacturers and international retailers.
The European Union is canceling duty-free imports of goods worth up to 150 euros, which will directly affect parcels from Asian marketplaces including AliExpress, Temu and Shein, according to Logos Press.
Global brands are urgently reducing their presence in the Middle East amid a sharp escalation of the conflict between Iran, Israel and the US. Major retailers and luxury houses are temporarily closing stores or transferring them to a limited mode of operation in the Gulf countries in an effort to minimize risks for employees and business.
The Finance Ministry will re-evaluate the tax system and present proposals for the VAT rate in the HoReCa sector, but for now it is premature to talk about the exact tax rates, according to Logos Press.
Supermarkets will be required to place information about the country of origin of food products directly on price tags next to the price, Logos Press reported.
Sphera Franchise Group, the largest operator on the Romanian catering market, announced the arrival of the Taco Bell brand in Moldova, Logos Press reports.
The UK retail sector is on the cusp of major staffing changes, with most major chains planning to cut hours and staff and freeze hiring of new workers, according to Logos Press.
The government has until June 2026 to approve a value-added tax increase for HoReCa (catering and hotels) companies, according to Logos Press.
The e-commerce market in the Republic of Moldova is at a crucial stage of transformation. Despite the constant growth of online commerce sales, it still lags far behind the European average.
A draft law on short supply chains has been presented in Moldova. The initiative is aimed at reducing the number of intermediaries between producer and consumer, supporting local farmers and increasing transparency in trade, Logos Press reported.
Global hotel and travel companies will see a rise in profits in the first quarter of 2026, thanks to a weak dollar, according to Logos Press.
Saks Global Holding, which owns legendary American department stores Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman, has filed for bankruptcy in a New York court, according to Logos Press.
Despite glowing financial reports, French fashion house Hermès risks losing customer loyalty and facing serious problems, according to Logos Press.
Three of the world’s largest dairy companies, Nestlé, Danone and Lactalis, have recalled large batches of infant formula after finding contamination with cerulide, a toxin that can cause vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain, Logos Press reported.
From August 12, 2026, bars and restaurants in the European Union will ban the use of disposable bags for diners in the establishment, according to Logos Press.
Lucian Florea, an entrepreneur from Romania, has revealed his intention to enter the Moldovan fast-food market in 2026 with the Fryday chain of restaurants, Logos Press reports.
The Valori Nutriționale application, which automates the calculation of the nutritional value of products for catering companies and food producers, officially launches its services in Moldova, Logos Press reports.
Traditionally, the demand for citrus fruits grows on the eve and during the New Year holidays. According to merchants, from mid-December to the end of January, the turnover of citrus fruits in retail chains doubles. And one third of it is accounted for by mandarins, Logos Press reports.
