Carrefour

After nearly a decade-long absence, the renowned French retail chain Carrefour has made a triumphant return to Bulgaria, marking its comeback with the opening of two supermarkets in Sofia. The new Carrefour outlets, situated in TSUM (Central Universal Store) and at 89 Al.

Carrefour International Partnership announced last week the strengthening of its cooperation with Retail & More, with the development of stores with the Carrefour brand and its products in the Bulgarian market.

French retail giant "Carrefour" is set to re-establish its presence in Bulgaria, unveiling plans for a significant return through a partnership with Greek franchisee "Retail & More." The announcement details the sub-franchising of the Carrefour brand to at least 20 stores in Bulgaria, with negotiations underway, including discussions with Bulgarian companies like Parkmart Holding for sub-fr

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