New Report Available: Mixed Retailers in Japan
Value sales of mixed retailers declined by 2% in 2012. Although warehouse clubs experienced sales growth of 4% in 2012, a sharp decline in department store sales negatively affected overall category growth. Sales of department stores have been declining for 15 years in a row. Mass merchandisers also recorded a 2% value sales decline in 2012 as many elderly consumers are starting to find them too large and less convenient when trying to find the products they need.
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