Colruyt 
In the spotlight - Delhaize eyes top-line gains (REG)
3rd December 2009
The launch of Delhaize's “new game plan” has been widely welcomed by the market and the Belgium-based retailer's share price has responded accordingly. The plan aims to drive sales growth by investing in pricing and expanding in new markets and low-cost formats, a strategy that is to be funded through the company's ambitious cost cutting programme. Katy Humphries reports.
Read the full story >>- BELGIUM: Colruyt H1 profits up but cautious on margins
1st December 2009
Colruyt, the Belgium-based retailer, has booked an 8% rise in half-year profits, thanks to increased sales - but the company warned margins at its namesake chain were "under some pressure". - BELGIUM: Colruyt launches takeover bid for Foodinvest (REG)
4th November 2009
Belgian discount supermarket Colruyt has today (4 November) launched a tender offer for the takeover of Foodinvest Group based in Bornem, Antwerp. - EUROPE: Spar, Auchan, ABF slammed on palm oil
28th October 2009 - FRANCE/BELGIUM: Colruyt eyes expansion (REG)
14th October 2009 - BELGIUM: Colruyt predicts profit increase (REG)
18th September 2009 - LITHUANIA: Iki workers stage embassy protest (REG)
1st September 2009 - BELGIUM: Low prices mean higher sales at Colruyt (REG)
31st July 2009 - BELGIUM: Colruyt invests in wind farm (REG)
28th July 2009 - BELGIUM: Europe, not us, deals with pork price - Colruyt (REG)
17th July 2009
Background
Updated: 1st February 2008
Belgian retailer Colruyt has grown to become an important discounter in food and non-food products. The company owns more than 190 shops throughout Belgium, making them the one of the leading discounters. In addition, Colruyt Export is specialised in the delivery of goods per container, anywhere in the world. Colruyt also operate franchises including; OKay, Bio-Planet, DreamLand, DreamBaby, Spar, Pro a Pro Distribution, Infoco, Druco, Createch and Dolmen. The group operates mainly in Belgium and France. In 2006, the Group acquired Dimaco UK Ltd. Colruyt Tel: +32 02 363 52 52 Fax: +32 02 333 88 89
Klantendienst
Edingensesteenweg 196
1500 Halle
Associated links:
www.colruyt.be
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