In a remarkable turnaround, Carrefour, the retail behemoth that includes Atacadão and Sam’s Club, soared to a net profit of R$ 39 million ($7.65 million) in the first quarter of 2024. This reversal marks a significant shift from the substantial loss experienced in the previous year. This recovery sprang from increases in both gross sales […]
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