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Episode Synopsis
IKEA New Zealand's CEO says there will be no chaos as the Swedish retailer opens its first 34,000 square metre store in Auckland this week. In 2024 the Ikea was operating in 60 markets, with annual sales of about $90 billion; raising questions about the impact of the mega retailer will have on smaller buinesses and communities. Already traffic agencies are warning Auckland drivers to expect long waits. Mirja Viinanen, IKEA's Australia & NZ CEO spoke to Lisa Owen.
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