The decline in the first six months of 2017 comes in a period in which Kaufland has extended less. For instance, in 2016, the retailer opened only five stores, which is a minimum level since its entry into the local market.
It is the first decline in turnover for Kaufland, considering that between 2011 and 2016 alone (the first year half), its turnover almost doubled.
Company officials previously said the expansion pace will be accelerated again in 2017, but, in the first half of year the retailer opened three units, reaching a total 115 hypermarkets.