and superstores large, self-service stores which carry a complete line of food products as well as other convenience items (399)

Single level, self-service stores selling mainly food, with a trading floorspace less than 2500 square metres, often with car parking.

are defined as stores with a selling area of between 400 square meters (4,306 square feet) and 2,500 square meters (26,910 square feet), selling at least 70 percent food and everyday commodities, according to Euromonitor International. Outlets below 400 square meters may also be included in certain countries, on the basis of format, product mix, and opening hours.

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