Russian Discount Chain Opens in Budapest – Latest News
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- * Mere/Basket Plusz Opens in Budapest: The first store of the Russian-backed discount chain, rebranded as Basket plusz in Hungary, has opened in Budapest.
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* Mere/Basket Plusz Opens in Budapest: The first store of the Russian-backed discount chain, rebranded as Basket plusz in Hungary, has opened in Budapest.
* Location: The store is located in the 18th district, near a waste yard and relatively close to Aldi and lidl stores.
* Long Wait: The opening comes after a year and a half of anticipation.
* Previous Reports: There were reports in April 2024 of further expansion plans for the chain in Hungary.
* Original Name: The chain is originally known as Svetofor in Russia.