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7-Eleven parent to sell Sogo & Seibu for US$1.4 billion – report

Inside Retail

The site also said Japanese home appliance store operator Yodobashi Holdings is considering buying some of the Sogo & Seibu sites and diverting proceeds to the US fund. Yodobashi will also open stores in several Sogo & Seibu locations in the country. billion as sales of fashion and luxury brands rebounded.

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How Acoustic Solutions Can Enhance In-Person Shopping Experiences

Retail TouchPoints

A shorter store dwell time will lead to a decrease in sales. Studies have shown that unpleasant sounds or “noise clutter” in retail stores and supermarkets can reduce sales by nearly 30%. From a retail staff perspective, the store’s team members spend a much longer period in the store than customers.

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