Tag: shopping (10 articles)

Real estate | 3 November, 2025 at 5:48 PM

The future of retail is about belonging, not just buying

Once considered a purely transactional asset class, retail in CEE is rapidly evolving into a platform for experience, community, and brand identity. This shift was at the centre of the discussion at SEE Property Forum 2025, where industry leaders explored how shopping centres are adapting to changing consumer expectations, ESG requirements, and the growing demand for meaningful, multi-use spaces. 

Industry | 27 August, 2025 at 2:58 PM

Shopfully: Higher VAT rates in Romania impact consumer spending and retailers

Starting August 1, Romania's new fiscal package increased the standard VAT rate from 19% to 21%. It also merged the 5% and 9% reduced rates into a single 11% rate.

Real estate | 19 August, 2025 at 8:30 AM

Erste Group provides €85.5 million refinancing for mall in Romania

Erste Group Bank AG has provided a €85.5 million refinancing facility for Argeş Mall in Piteşti, developed by Prime Kapital.

Real estate | 10 April, 2025 at 11:36 AM

Romania leads in shopping centre entertainment

Shopping centres in Romania are ahead of many European markets in providing entertainment options, establishing themselves as key leisure destinations, according to a recent analysis by Nhood Romania.  

Economy | 9 April, 2025 at 11:37 AM

Romanians to spend more for Easter this year

Romanians are preparing to spend an average of RON 800 (€160) on food and preparations for Easter, reveals a recent study by Raiffeisen Bank, in collaboration with Appinio.

Economy | 27 February, 2025 at 1:15 PM

eMAG presents 5 key ecommerce trends to improve customer experience in 2025

AI-powered solutions transform the shopping experience and integrate changing consumer needs,

Economy | 16 December, 2024 at 10:11 AM

Romania leads EU in non-food retail growth, with consumption at historic highs

Modern shopping centers with a total leasable area of more than 160,000 square meters were built this year.

Economy | 11 November, 2024 at 10:46 AM

Black Friday at eMag: Sales of RON 896 million, up 22% from 2023 edition

During the shopping event with the biggest discounts of the year, 38% of customers who ordered on Black Friday had a Genius subscription with free shipping and exclusive offers.