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“So Europe's a big driver. And at one point, if the euro hadn't devalued, they would have been making as much money as the US with half the stores. Returns were higher.” quote by Jim Cantalupo
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“So Europe's a big driver. And at one point, if the euro hadn't devalued, they would have been making as much money as the US with half the stores. Returns were higher.”

Jim Cantalupo

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Source Speech: Business conference, 2008

If the euro had not lost value, Europe could have earned as much as the US with fewer stores and higher returns.

In simple terms: Euro devaluation boosted Europe's competitiveness.

Key Takeaway

Consider currency impacts on market strategy.

Themes

economics currency competition strategy

Mood

analytical pragmatic

Type

business economic

When to use this quote

  • investment decisions
  • pricing strategies
  • export planning

Key Concepts

exchange rates market dynamics global trade

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does currency strength affect profit margins?
  • What risks accompany a strong euro?
A Different Perspective

Currency shifts can also cause instability.

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