Exports

Lidl Ireland Plans To Invest €600m In New Stores, Distribution Centre

Lidl Ireland plans to invest €600 million over the next five years in expanding its store network and consolidating its logistical operations.

Smurfit Westrock Says Mexico Tariffs Would Squeeze US Consumer Spending

Smurfit Westrock expects US consumer spending to be squeezed significantly if 25% tariffs on Mexican goods go ahead, its CEO said.

French Alcohol Exports Weakened In 2024 As China Weighed

French wine and spirits exports fell for a second consecutive year in 2024, hit by weaker demand for premium vintages.

Spanish Winemaker Hedging Against US Tariffs, Sending Buyers Early 'Security' Stock

A top Spanish winemaker is hedging against anticipated tariffs by US President Donald Trump on European Union products by sending extra stock to the United...

French Cognac Exports Slump In 2024, Data Showed

The value of French cognac exports to China fell by nearly a quarter last year, according to data shared by an industry lobby group.

Britain Implements Delayed Third Phase Of Post-Brexit Border Rules

The delayed third phase of Britain's post-Brexit border regime for imports from the European Union commences on Friday (31 January).

Challenges Facing French Wheat Exports

France faces its worst wheat exports in decades as a rift with Algeria, a lull in Chinese demand and a dire harvest accelerate a loss of market share.