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The world’s second-largest retailer said that they would now be tallied as nonoperating income.
Galeries Lafayette to Open First Asian Store in Beijing
The retailer and holding company I.T Limited will be 50-50 partners.
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World’s largest retailer seeks foothold in burgeoning African market.
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French luxury group gears up for La Samaritaine transformation.
Galeries Lafayette to Open First Asia Store In Beijing
French department store chain in joint venture with Hong Kong-based I.T Limited.
H&M Buys Remaining 40 Percent of Fabric Scandinavien
Swedish giant plans to expand Cheap Monday, Weekday and Monki businesses.
PPR Names Bompard Head Of Fnac Retail Chain
Former Europe 1 chief executive takes over ahead of expected sale.
Santa, etc.: The 2010 Windows
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Hermès Makes a Splash with Flagship on Paris’ Left Bank
Salma Hayek was among the guests at the opening cocktail.
Swiss Watch Exports Rise 18% in October
Results were fueled by sales of watches priced between 200 and 500 francs.
Tommy Hilfiger’s New Paris Flagship
The dark and groovy basement reminds the designer of his first fashion venture.
Paris Primed for Action
Rising costs aside, trade show organizers are upbeat.
Redcats Buys Castaluna.com
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Carrefour Sells Thai Stores
Retailer will net $1.19 billion for assets including 34 hypermarkets.