Read the updated version of this article here https://emergingmarkets.today/walmart-journey-brazil-rise-decline-acquisition/ Things are not looking good for Wal-Mart in Brazil. So far, the retailer closed 60 stores, mainly because of failing profits.…
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Why Brazil still is a no-go for IKEA
Read a more updated version of this article here: No IKEA in Brazil: local furniture brands pose fierce competition In developed markets, IKEA is positioned as a low-priced mass-market brand,…
Beacons: should retailers believe the hype?
It all sounds pretty simple but are consumers prepared or even, have enough understanding to try this new technology? And most of all, are emerging markets more ready for this new retail technologies?
Why Bitcoin is a good idea for Brazil
I think it all has become a chicken-or-egg situation: would an appropriate regulation help to spread the use of bitcoin? or not enough people use bitcoin because the lack of regulation?
