The executive president of Sonae Sierra, the mall design, construction and management company, has stated that the recession is not only over, but “more positive times” look promising.
Guedes de Oliveira said that they believe the recession has already passed and are looking forward to more positive times ahead. It is the company’s strategy to grow internationally and they expect to commence new projects in Brazil, Italy and Germany. By the close of this year, they hope to announce their entry into Colombia.
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