Retail Decline: Shops Closing Across Italy

The Italian Chamber of Commerce (Confcommercio) reports a significant decline in the number of retail businesses across the country. Between 2018 and 2025, 96,000 businesses have been lost, largely due to the rise of discount stores and e-commerce. This trend raises concerns about economic desertification and the future of Italian retail.

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