J.P. Morgan
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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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
