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The Cuban government transforms state-owned warehouses into **Neighborhood Markets** managed by the private sector, retaining only 1,913 establishments for rationing. Although the measure aims to reduce prices by 15%, costs remain unaffordable for most of the population facing a supply crisis and extreme poverty.
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Paris and Berlin have sent a letter to the European Commission proposing a new rapid-response trade defense tool. The objective is to allow the EU to activate restrictions against third countries through a **reverse qualified majority** within days, in response to distortions such as **dumping** or **massive subsidies**. The initiative, which seeks to reduce dependence on critical suppliers, will be debated at the European summit in October 2026.
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A practical guide for exporting SMEs to research tariffs, labeling, and certifications by country and product, and prepare documentation before shipping goods.
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The Schwarz Group launches Kaufland.es, its ninth European market, with an initial offer of over 10 million products and 3,100 sellers. The platform aims to consolidate itself as the largest marketplace network in Europe and competes directly with Amazon and other major platforms in the Spanish market.
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Practical process for Spanish SMEs: how to cross-reference macro, sectoral, and product data using official sources like DataComex, ITC Trade Map, and Access2Markets to validate commercial viability in North America.
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Homecenter Sodimac Colombia acquired a majority stake in Sumatec by purchasing shares from Grupotec and making a capital contribution. The transaction aims to strengthen the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) segment while retaining the Manizales-based company’s brand and team.
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The risk of non-payment depends both on the buyer’s creditworthiness and on the country’s conditions. Assessing each transaction individually helps compare payment terms, payment methods, cover and foreign-exchange exposure without assuming that one solution works for every market.
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Points encourage repeat purchases, tiers recognize accumulated value, and subscriptions offer benefits in exchange for a fee. The choice depends on purchase frequency, margins, operational capacity, and whether customers find the benefits valuable.
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Effective digital order management connects order intake with inventory, preparation, delivery, and invoicing. The first step is not choosing software, but understanding the process and deciding which system should cover each stage.
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What information to provide before purchase, when the 14-day right of withdrawal applies, who pays for returns, and how to distinguish withdrawal from a claim for defects. Includes the status of the European withdrawal button, whose planned application date was June 19, 2026.
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A pre-publication audit helps prevent discounts that are confusing or difficult to justify. Check the reference price, calculate the reduction using the correct basis, and keep evidence of what customers will see.
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