PARIS, Oct 14 — During the global health crisis local corner shops are proving key for neighbourhoods. A vast Mastercard survey showed that three Europeans out of four are currently shopping in their local stores. Bakeries in particular are benefitting from the emerging trend. Corner shops,...
The health crisis is encouraging Europeans, and particularly the French, to visit their local bakery. — philipimage / IStock.com pic via AFP
Corner shops, cafés, bakeries... The health crisis is prompting us to rediscover small nearby businesses that we took for granted. Seventy-four per cent of those surveyed for the Mastercard report opt to run their errands in local shops. Even better than a rediscovery of one's neighbourhood, this new habit is also a way to help the local community bounce back with 50 per cent of the Europeans surveyed stating that as a reason for supporting local businesses.
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