It is hardly surprising that the Icrier report on the impact of organised retailing on the unorganised sector should come up with the finding that consumers benefit by the entry of organised retailers who, thanks to their supply chain efficiencies and bulk buying, are able to lower prices.

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P>It is hardly surprising that the Icrier report on the impact of organised retailing on the unorganised sector should come up with the finding that consumers benefit by the entry of organised retailers who, thanks to their supply chain efficiencies and bulk buying, are able to lower prices.

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