Liguria, in six years 3,000 retail businesses less and 443 million in smoke
Over a six-year period, Liguria has lost almost 3,000 retail businesses, with 443 million euros going up in smoke. This is what Confesercenti reports in a study based on data...
The Liguria region in Italy has lost almost 3,000 retail businesses over six years, resulting in a loss of 443 million euros. According to a study by Confesercenti, 111,000 retail businesses have disappeared across Italy, with Liguria experiencing an 11.8% reduction in the sector. The decline is widespread across the region, with La Spezia being the most affected, and a shift towards larger companies and chains employing more dependent workers, while independent small traders decline.
The trend is reflected in employment numbers, with Liguria's provincial capitals showing a negative sign, while dependent workers increase in the provinces. Confesercenti Genova president Massimiliano Spigno calls for structural and radical interventions from lawmakers to help the sector compete with large distributors and online businesses.
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