What is the potential for retail growth in Algeria ?

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19 December 2017 à 17h26

Updated on 21 October 2022 à 21h32

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Publication: 19 December 2017 à 17h26, Updated on 21 October 2022 à 21h32

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Despite economic uncertainty since 2014 and fear of further political instability, Algeria’s retail sector remains resilient. Sophie Baqué met Mr. Fodil Korichi, Founder of Algeria’s biggest supermarket chain and now Export Director of Brandt (Cevital Group).

An article by Sophie Baqué

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19 December 2017 à 17h26

Updated on 21 October 2022 à 21h32

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Publication: 19 December 2017 à 17h26, Updated on 21 October 2022 à 21h32

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