Chinese Projects: With retail sales of $628 billion in 2004, China, with its 1.3 billion people, growing economy, and increased consumer spending represents the world’s third-largest consumer market and a strong business opportunity for retailers. more...
Ramenka: IFC’s long-term financing has helped Turkish-owned Ramenka build an impressive network of “Ramstore” supermarkets and shopping malls across Russia, beginning at a time when there was little access to international finance for projects in Russia’s underdeveloped retail sector. more...
Shopping Centers: Modern retail is a business that is focused on customer needs and behaviors. Shopping Centers reflect the trend for modernization of retailing throughout the world - including middle-and low-income countries. more...
Rubliovskiy: FC’s long-term financing is helping Rubliovskiy build a growing network of grocery stores and distribution centers in Belarus, where consumer demand is growing. more... [French version]