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Walmart is investing over $9 billion to modernize and upgrade its U.S. stores over a two-year period. The enhancements include improved store layouts, expanded product selections, and the addition of new technology.
Sweden's IKEA, which opened its first US store in 1985, near Philadelphia, is seeking to win market share in the US as cash-strapped consumers look for more affordable products.