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May 20, 2026

EU Consumer Sector Specialist Commentary

Daily UpdateEquitiesMacro Economic IndicatorsConsumer DiscretionaryConsumer Staples

The report highlights risks for M&S and UK food retailers due to potential government food price caps and a cautious FY27 outlook. It also notes a softening consumer backdrop across Europe and significant declines in cognac exports.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Marks & Spencer shares face potential weakness due to limited FY27 outlook guidance and UK government headlines regarding food price caps.
  • 2.UK Food Retailers are under pressure as the finance ministry reportedly weighs voluntary price caps on essential items like bread and milk.
  • 3.European general retail data indicates deteriorating consumer confidence across Germany, UK, France, and Spain, coupled with rising freight costs.

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  • EU Consumer Research
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  • Calendar Ahead
  • J.P. Morgan Global Consumer Research
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  • J.P. Morgan Consumer Contacts
  • Disclaimers

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Authors

Olivia Petronilho

Securities

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Themes

Cost of Living Crisis & Price InterventionWeakening Consumer SentimentSupply Chain & Freight Inflation

Regions

EuropeNorth AmericaAsia PacificUnited KingdomGermanyFrance