españolAdvantages of Kiosks for RetailFriday, March 1, 2013 In Panama, the trend of selling using kiosks began in the early 90's, and now extends throughout the region. These are the benefits of selling from kiosks summarized by Martha Ramirez, manager of Coriolis, which sells beauty products in the malls Metromall and Multiplaza in Panama City. Good Perspectives for Retail in HondurasWednesday, November 15, 2017 The union of Honduran merchants projects a growth of 10% compared to 2016 in sales in the upcoming Christmas and New Year season. The Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Tegucigalpa estimates that, as a result of the payment of bonuses and salaries in the end of the year season, around $680 million will circulate in the country. Convenience Stores Vs. Corner ShopsMonday, March 4, 2013 Networks of convenience stores are extending throughout Costa Rica and, at least for now, coexist with small retail outlets without affecting them too much. The main reason for this peaceful co-existence is that the market segments that both types of commerce address are different. Global Retail Development Index 2011Friday, June 10, 2011 Panama is located 27th in the list of emerging markets considered attractive for retail investment, according to the U.S. consulting firm AT Kearney. The Global Retail Development Index by HV Kearney lists the most attractive countries for retail investors. "Micro trading" on Social NetworksFriday, December 20, 2019 In Costa Rica, the retail sector guild estimates the monthly value of illicit trade generated through social networks such as Facebook at $8.5 million. From the Costa Rican Chamber of Commerce statement: Walmart Expo 2013 for SuppliersMonday, January 21, 2013 The transnational is calling on companies interested in selling their products to participate in the fair to be held in Guatemala from 26 to 28 February. From 26 to 28 February over a thousand store managers, executives and buyers from Walmart in CA and Mexico will meet in the Industrial Park in Guatemala City to discuss new product proposals. Costa Rica: Growth in Supermarket BusinessMonday, October 16, 2017 Automercado has inaugurated a new point of sale in Guadalupe, San José, and next year it plans to build another in Curridabat, in the east of the capital. The supermarket which opened its doors in Guadeloupe, required an investment of $1 million, and is the 21st point of sale of the chain Automercado. Representatives explained that "...This is the second supermarket inaugurated under this brand name in the course of 2017 (another opened in Santo Domingo de Heredia last January), thus fulfilling the number of openings planned in the expansion plan from 2016 to 2024." Costa Rica: Franchising Market in August 2016Wednesday, September 28, 2016 Up to the month of August, 321 franchises were registered as operating in the country, of which 76% are international brands and the remaining 24% are registered as national brands. From the "VII Market Study on Franchises in Costa Rica", by the Chamber of Commerce: Panama: Retail Employment RisesWednesday, December 19, 2012 Between January and September the number of staff employed in the retail sales sector increased by 10.8% compared to the same period in 2011. The total number of staff employed in the first three quarters of this year was 76,985 workers, 10.8% up from the 69,470 in the same period of 2011. Positive Perspectives for Retail in NicaraguaWednesday, September 6, 2017 The Chamber of Commerce and Services plans to close 2017 with sales of about $2.2 billion, which would mean an increase of almost 7% over last year's sales. Data from the trade union indicates that in 2016 Nicaragua's formal trade recorded sales of $2.065 billion. The Franchising Business in PanamaTuesday, November 28, 2017 The sectors of gastronomy, services and clothing is where most of the more than 200 franchise chains, including both Panamanian and international, that operate in the country are concentrated. As in other countries in the region, such as Costa Rica, the franchise business is becoming increasingly significant in Panama. Figures from the Economic Studies Center at the Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture of Panama, show that more than 200 franchise chains are operating, and 15 Panamanian companies have been franchised under this business model. Hardware Stores Growing in Costa RicaMonday, October 10, 2016 The total number of hardware stores registered with the Treasury increased from 3,913 in 2013 to almost 4,400 at the end of 2015. In light of the arrival of international of hardware chain stores, companies founded on local capital are using the strategy of providing added value and better services in order to garner customer loyalty and keep their presence in an increasingly competitive market. Figures from the Ministry of Finance reported an 12% increase in the number of hardware store branches between 2013 and 2015. Nicaragua: More Supermarkets and Convenience StoresWednesday, November 9, 2016 The number of convenience stores in the country is growing in response to increased purchasing power and a gradual change in consumption patterns. The number of supermarkets operating in the country increased from 130 in 2012 to 155 this year, says Laprensa.com.ni. As purchasing power increases and consumers get more "sophisticated" so is there a growth in Nicaraguans shopping in these types of establishments rather than the traditional "grocery stores". El Salvador: Competition in the Retail SectorTuesday, December 8, 2015 A study has been carried out detailing the conditions of competition in the retail sector, specifically in the categories of basic foodstuffs, groceries, dairy products, vegetables, meat, toiletries and household cleaning and personal care and hygiene products. From a statement issued by the Superintendency of Competition in El Salvador: Prices of Electrical Appliances in Costa RicaWednesday, August 7, 2013 Price monitoring has revealed that the market is highly competitive and shows significant differences in identical items and even more on similar items. From a study by the Ministry of Economy, Industry and Commerce (MEIC): |
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