Currency troubles in Latin America hit beauty brands

Published: 29-Sep-2015
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Latin American growth has slowed, impacting foreign brands, but creating opportunity for domestic players

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Trading conditions in Latin America are becoming increasingly difficult for international beauty brands.

The Brazilian real hit an all time low against the US dollar – around 35% down year-to-date,

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