GLOBAL MARKETS STORIES from the real voice of the protagonists
For the first time ever, TUTTOFOOD brings you by hand to discover the international markets throughout a series of exclusive networking events, bringing together global trade magazines like LSA, Global Retail Brands, and AliMarket, as well as global companies and international food buyers.
WHAT to expect?
With Global Market Talks, TUTTOFOOD will explore several different global markets, featuring the representatives of the international specialized press and highly-recognized opinion leaders. The aim of these special events is offering an up-to-date overview of production trends and consumer dynamics across different geographies.
Each “episode” will last 30 minutes + 30 minutes of networking and it’s on invitation only. The structure is as follows:
- INTRODUCTION by an authoritative think tank: 5 minutes
- PRESENTATION or INTERVIEW with an international opinion leader: 20-25 minutes
- NETWORKING MOMENT: 30 minutes
2026 edition's KEY-NOTE SPEAKER
Some of the leading international trade media representers already confirmed:
- Oscar Moreno Mingo, Director of Retail at Publicaciones Alimarket (Spain)
- Jérôme Parigi, Vice-Director at LSA (France)
- Gabriela Silveira Dalke Meucci, International Relations Manager at Associação Paulista de Supermercados (APAS)
- Maria Dubuc, Director at Marketing by Design and collaborator for Global Retail Brands (US)
- Andrea Meneghini, Editorial Director and Founder of GDOnews (Italy)
OSCAR MORENO MINGO, DIRECTOR OF RETAIL AT PUBLICACIONES ALIMARKET
Abstract:
The Spanish FMCG market continues to grow thanks to population growth driven by immigration and the strong performance of the tourism sector. Conversely, most of the growth is driven by private-label products, fueled by inflation and rising cost of housing.
Opportunities are emerging for convenient products with a health-focused approach and an attractive value proposition in both retail and hospitality, although a good understanding of this quite fragmented channels is essential.
Professional Profile
A graduate in Journalism from the Complutense University of Madrid, he has spent virtually his entire career at Alimarket. Head of Alimarket FMCG division since 2009.
El mercado español de gran consumo sigue creciendo gracias a dos factores: el aumento de la población vía inmigración y el buen comportamiento del sector turístico, con más de 93 M de turistas recibidos en 2025. Por el contrario, la renta de las familias sigue sin
recuperarse, lastrada por la inflación y el coste de la vivienda, por lo que la mayor parte del crecimiento corresponde a productos con marca privada, que siguen robando cuota a las marcas de fabricante. Por canales, el retail español presenta una relativa atomización, que se complica aún más si consideramos el peso de los canales extradomésticos, menos concentrados aún. Por proximidad cultural, España es un consumidor importante de alimentos italianos (quesos, cafés, pasta) pero existen oportunidades tanto en retail como en horeca.
Due to cultural proximity, Spain is a major consumer of Italian food products (cheese, coffee, pasta), but opportunities exist in both the retail and hospitality sectors, both fragmented
By channel, the Spanish retail sector is relatively fragmented, a situation further complicated by the weight of out-of-home channels, which are even less concentrated.
España está encabezando el crecimiento
1. España encabeza el crecimiento en la UE (PIB, población, turismo, creación de empleo,
fondos europeos)
2. Pero también problemas (vivienda, renta disponible de las familias, endeudamiento,
baja productividad, incertidumbre institucional)
3. Desde el punto de vista del retail:
3.1. Atomización: Cadenas surtido corto (Mercadona, pero también Lidl, Aldi, Dia),
operadores regionales con un modelo marquista y frescos (Ahorramas, Uvesco, Bonpreu)
y operadores multiformato (Carrefour, Auchan)
3.2 Peso de la marca privada, sigue robando cuota a fabricantes
3.3 Un país de supermercados y compra presencial
4. Fabricantes
4.1. Carnes, frutas y verduras, aceite y vinos suponen más del 50%
4.2 Un sector con vocación exportadora. Más volumen que marca
His presentation will focus on the transformation currently reshaping the food retail sector in France over the past two years, particularly following the acquisition of Casino hypermarkets and supermarkets, announced at the end of 2023 and finalized in early 2024.
This acquisition triggered a wave of chain reactions and an unprecedented consolidation movement: Carrefour’s takeover of Cora and Match, Schiever joining Coopérative U, the sale of Colruyt France, the franchising of Auchan supermarkets, and more. A total of 1,084 stores changed ownership in 2024 and 2025, with more than 500 expected to do so this year.
At the same time, new and powerful purchasing alliances have emerged, notably between Intermarché and Auchan (+ Casino), and between Carrefour and Coopérative U, with broader European implications.
In parallel, several structural trends are gaining momentum: the growth of fresh produce specialists (such as Grand Frais), the success of independent retailer models (E.Leclerc, Coopérative U, Intermarché), the challenges faced by integrated groups (Auchan, Casino, and to a lesser extent Carrefour), as well as discount chains (Lidl and Aldi), and the continued expansion of click-and-collect services and convenience retail.
JÉRÔME PARIGI, DEPUTY EDITOR-IN-CHIEF OF LSA
A journalist for 33 years, including 27 at LSA, Jérôme is a specialist in mass retail, food, and consumer trends. He has hosted and organized numerous conferences, WebTV programs, and radio segments. He is particularly passionate about new retail concepts.
For the past two years, he has served as Deputy Editor-in-Chief of LSA, with the mission of overseeing, together with the editorial team of 17 permanent journalists, news coverage and daily updates across both the magazine and the website. The website has experienced strong audience growth, reaching 3.4 million unique visitors in March 2026, with daily peaks exceeding 250,000 visits.
His presentation will focus on the transformation currently reshaping the food retail sector in France over the past two years, particularly following the acquisition of Casino hypermarkets and supermarkets, announced at the end of 2023 and finalized in early 2024.
This acquisition triggered a wave of chain reactions and an unprecedented consolidation movement: Carrefour’s takeover of Cora and Match, Schiever joining Coopérative U, the sale of Colruyt France, the franchising of Auchan supermarkets, and more. A total of 1,084 stores changed ownership in 2024 and 2025, with more than 500 expected to do so this year.
At the same time, new and powerful purchasing alliances have emerged, notably between Intermarché and Auchan (+ Casino), and between Carrefour and Coopérative U, with broader European implications.
In parallel, several structural trends are gaining momentum: the growth of fresh produce specialists (such as Grand Frais), the success of independent retailer models (E.Leclerc, Coopérative U, Intermarché), the challenges faced by integrated groups (Auchan, Casino, and to a lesser extent Carrefour), as well as discount chains (Lidl and Aldi), and the continued expansion of click-and-collect services and convenience retail.
GABRIELA SILVEIRA DALKE MEUCCI, INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS MANAGER AT APAS
Gabriela Meucci is a specialist in trade and sustainability, with over 25 years of experience across the public and private sectors. She currently represents APAS in strategic initiatives aimed at fostering retail internationalization and innovation. On this occasion, she will provide an overview of the Brazilian supermarket sector, highlighting its role in the country’s economic and social development, as well as the consumer profile in São Paulo within the supermarket industry.
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