Article: SALES AT SHOPPING CENTRES GROW 3.5%

According to ANBA: Sales in shopping centres posted real growth (discounting inflation) of 3.5% in the Christmas period, according to figures disclosed by the Brazilian Association of Retailers (Alshop). From January to December sales grew 3.5%. Among the sectors with the best performance in Christmas sales are perfumery and cosmetics (9%), glasses and accessories (14%), garments and shoes (4%), household appliances (3%) and books, DVDs and CDs (5%). The toy and bag, case, and travel bags and equipment presented reductions of 5% and 4%, respectively. According to sector figures, in 2008, 21 shopping centres were inaugurated, allowing for 4,647 new shops, generating 46,500 jobs. In all, ...

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