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Rakuten France to shut down by end of 2026 after sixteen years of decline Japanese giant Rakuten announces the closure of its French marketplace by the end of 2026 .
Published 8sem · 4 sources ✓ Confirmed Notable · updated 1sem
The fact Acquired in 2010 as PriceMinister , the company failed to withstand fierce competition.
Over 300 jobs are at risk in France .
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Why it matters La fermeture de Rakuten France marque un échec stratégique pour le groupe japonais et illustre la difficulté des acteurs étrangers à s’imposer sur le marché européen de l’e-commerce.
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Story timeline Jul 18 Rakuten France to shut down by end of 2026 after sixteen years of declinethis article
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