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Kaufland abandons Australia, but why? An interview

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Kaufland has decided to abandon the Australian market, despite having invested 500 million dollars and before opening a single store. We spoke to economic commentator Klaus Wiegel in Melbourne to find out why, and what the bombshell decision means for Kaufland's competition in Australia.


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By Christian Froelicher

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Kaufland has decided to abandon the Australian market, despite having invested 500 million dollars and before opening a single store. We spoke to economic commentator Klaus Wiegel in Melbourne to find out why, and what the bombshell decision means for Kaufland's competition in Australia.



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