MIDA: Puerto Rico consumers have ‘adapted’ to crisis
June 21, 2013
Puerto Rican consumers in charge of making household food purchases are increasingly adapting their buying strategies to their economic circumstance, buying more generic or private-label goods, using manufacturers coupons and adding longer-lasting frozen foods to their shopping list.
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Stateside retail group warns Puerto Rico lawmakers on ‘Super Patente’ effects
June 20, 2013
In a letter sent Wednesday to Puerto Rico lawmakers, Virginia-based trade group Retail Industry Leaders Association members warned that a proposed gross receipts tax amendment would have “devastating effects” for retailers doing business on the island.
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Walmart offers ‘layaway’ service during summer
June 18, 2013
Aware of the benefits that its layaway program represents for Puerto Rico consumers, mega-retailer Walmart announced Monday it has activated its program at its six stores and 12 mega-stores throughout the island.
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