In the 2026 retail world, two distinct strategies stand out: the rapid growth of discount retail chains with low price margins and the efforts of experience-focused stores to generate higher margins. While the change in consumer demand and economic pressures are behind the growth of discount stores, experience stores are trying to achieve a sustainable position by investing in customer experience and brand loyalty rather than price competition. The Power of Discount Markets:

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