Economy
From Kivik sofa to Kallax shelf: Ikea makes bestsellers cheaper and introduces small stores
Ikea is investing 40 million euros in the Netherlands to permanently lower prices on popular items like the Kivik sofa and Kallax shelf, responding to tighter consumer budgets. Financial Director Sandra Schouten stated that while the company maintains everyday low prices, additional discounts are necessary due to financial pressures on shoppers. To improve efficiency, Ikea is reducing packaging waste and simplifying assembly processes. Additionally, the retailer plans to open smaller, supermarket-sized stores in the Netherlands to bring products closer to customers, complementing its existing large-format locations.
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