VENEZUELA: Government inspectors close Casino stores
By: Michelle Russell | 12 January 2010
Venezuelan government inspectors temporarily shut dozens of retail stores this week, including three outlets run by France's Groupe Casino, in a bid to prevent hefty price hikes following the devaluation of its currency.
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Venezuelan government inspectors temporarily shut dozens of retail stores this week, including three outlets run by France's Groupe Casino, in a bid to prevent hefty price hikes following the devaluation of its currency.
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