About fifteen years ago, Walmart opened a store in Germany. Ten years later, it pulled out of the country. As the text shows, some corporations, like McDonalds, have succeeded in other countries. What do critics fear that the expansion of these stores will do?

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About fifteen years ago, Walmart opened a store in Germany. Ten years later, it pulled out of the country. As the text shows, some corporations, like McDonalds, have succeeded in other countries. What do critics fear that the expansion of these stores will do?

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Critics fear that the expansion of these stores will lead to the homogenization of local cultures and economies, as they promote standardized products and services.

About Fifteen Years Ago, Walmart Opened a Store in Germany