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Shufersal Store in Arad Converts to Haredi Format Amid Price Hike Fears
Shufersal is converting one of its Arad supermarkets to a "Yesh Chesed" format catering to the ultra-Orthodox community, sparking fears of higher prices and reduced selection among secular residents.
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What happened
- 01Shufersal is converting an Arad supermarket to a "Yesh Chesed" format for the ultra-Orthodox community.
- 02Secular residents fear reduced product variety and increased prices due to stricter kosher standards.
- 03The mall housing the store was purchased by Gur Hasidic businessmen Menachem Kain and Simcha Greenboim.
- 04The new owners aim to adapt the mall for the needs of the religious population.
- 05Ultra-Orthodox residents now make up 30% of Arad's population, influencing city services.
The change follows the mall's acquisition by businessmen representing the Gur Hasidic movement, who plan to adapt it for religious needs. This reflects Arad's growing ultra-Orthodox population, now comprising 30% of residents.
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