GiFi

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GiFi is a French discount store chain with nearly 500 stores, mostly in France.

It was founded in 1981 by Philippe Ginestet, who is the owner and chairman. [1] His son Alexandre is the CEO. [1]

In 2017, GiFi bought French discount chain Tati. [1]

GiFi has an annual turnover of US$1.6 billion. [1]

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References

  1. 1 2 3 4 "Forbes profile: Philippe Ginestet". Forbes. Retrieved 4 November 2019.