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Press releases of Christmasworld

Press releases Christmasworld
13 Oct 2026

Why AI recommends your competitors – but not you

Artificial intelligence is changing how people search for products – and, with it, how purchasing decisions are made. But why do some companies appear in recommendations from ChatGPT, Gemini and other AI tools while others do not? This is exactly where the next online event hosted by Messe Frankfurt’s consumer goods fairs comes in. On 28 October 2026 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. CET, GEO expert Maurice Marinelli will use practical examples to show how companies can improve their visibility in AI-generated answers.

13 Oct 2026

Decoration Unlimited Illuminates Hall 6.2

A new concept, a new location: under the motto “Light up the Moment”, the showstopper Decoration Unlimited is moving to Hall 6.2 in 2027. As the leading international trade fair for seasonal and festive decorations, Christmasworld opens up striking merchandising concepts that help retailers continually surprise customers with new product ranges and creative displays. At Stand D40, the Dutch design duo 2Dezign will demonstrate how seasonal and Christmas lighting objects from Christmasworld exhibitors can transform the point of sale into a point of emotion and create powerful incentives to buy.
30 Sept 2026

Compass Talks 2027: New perspectives for the future of the global consumer goods industry

Where is the global consumer goods market heading – and what will determine future success? On 28 January 2027, one day before Ambiente, Christmasworld and Creativeworld open, the Compass Talks will once again bring together international decision-makers from industry, retail, politics and the media in Frankfurt.

2 Sept 2026

Christmasworld Trends 27+: Beloved Difference

Under the guiding theme “Beloved Difference”, Christmasworld Trends 27+ explores how contrasts can complement one another, showing that differences do not divide but enrich. Rooted in openness, appreciation and togetherness, this idea comes to life through three trend pairings: clear+lovely, structural+emotive and noble+fancy. From 29 January to 2 February 2027, visitors can discover these trend worlds in the trend area of the leading international trade fair for seasonal and festive decorations in Frankfurt.
2 Sept 2026

Latest Industry Index: Global uncertainties are placing an increasing burden on businesses

The second round of the Industry Index survey conducted by IFH KÖLN and Messe Frankfurt shows that, whilst the global business climate has remained largely unchanged overall compared with the first round and remains at a subdued level, the factors causing pressure have shifted significantly. In particular, global uncertainties, rising production and procurement costs, as well as tariffs and trade restrictions, are putting companies under increasing pressure.
2 Sept 2026

More Space for Business Success and the New Home for Seasonal Gifts & Toys

Christmasworld 2027 is setting an important course for the upcoming ordering season: with the new Seasonal Gifts & Toys product area, an expanding Global Sourcing offering and an optimised hall layout, the leading international trade fair is creating additional business opportunities for retailers.

2 Sept 2026

Frankfurt 2027: Shaping Markets Together

Geopolitical uncertainty, trade conflicts and mounting cost pressures are challenging the global consumer goods industry more than ever – as confirmed by the latest Industry Index from IFH KÖLN and Messe Frankfurt. Against this backdrop, Ambiente, Christmasworld and Creativeworld remain the international one-stop shop for industry, trade and commercial buyers.
29 Jul 2026

Glamorous and Cloud-Soft: Christmas Trends for 2026

Lavish splendour or cosy comfort? Back in February, Christmasworld in Frankfurt offered an exclusive preview of the upcoming festive season. Every year, the leading international trade fair for festive and seasonal decorations brings together leading manufacturers and brands from around the world to showcase the latest products and trends for every celebration throughout the year. One thing is clear for 2026: this Christmas is set to be opulent, emotional and delightfully animal-inspired.
27 May 2026

Global Industry Index enters its second round: Between AI potential and geopolitical pressure

Is AI really the game changer for the consumer goods industry? How are companies worldwide responding to geopolitical uncertainty, new tariff regimes and increasing regulatory requirements? The second Global Industry Index by IFH COLOGNE and Messe Frankfurt takes a closer look at current developments in international consumer goods markets – highlighting both challenges and opportunities.

10 Feb 2026

International Momentum Frankfurt: Kick-off for more courage, resilience and trust

The high level of visitor satisfaction and internationality send a strong message: with 4,636 exhibitors and participants from 170 countries, Ambiente, Christmasworld and Creativeworld confirmed their leading role in an industry undergoing rapid change. The momentum in Frankfurt opened up new business prospects and, from 6 to 10 February, once again served as the global marketplace for inspiration and orientation, orders and personal encounters.
5 Feb 2026

New global industry index for consumer goods segments shows: US companies feel most affected by tariffs

With the launch of the new Industry Index, IFH KÖLN and Messe Frankfurt are presenting an international sentiment barometer for trade-fair-relevant consumer goods segments for the first time. The results of the inaugural survey reveal a mixed overall mood. Political uncertainty, pricing pressure and weak growth momentum are posing challenges for companies worldwide. While Asia and the USA are looking ahead with comparatively greater dynamism, Europe is adopting a more cautious stance. Overall, respondents rate their own business situation more positively than that of the entire industry. Across all regions, there is a clear call for less regulation.
5 Feb 2026

Global compass for the consumer goods industry

Three leading trade fairs, one concentrated force for markets and transformation: the consumer goods trade fair trio of Ambiente, Christmasworld and Creativeworld will once again become a globally unique marketplace for industry, trade and contract business. From 6 to 9/10 February 2026, innovations from 4.636 [1] exhibitors – 88 percent of them international – will fill the entire Frankfurt exhibition grounds across a total of 28 hall levels. More than 170 participating nations and regions are expected. An absolute novelty are the Compass Talks, a new SME meeting point taking place ahead of the trade fairs, addressing the needs of the global consumer goods industry – fact-based, supported by the new IFH industry index.