Analyzes globalization Metro Cash & Carry, a German wholesaler, which flourished in many foreign markets, but struggled to gain traction in India. Believes Metro experience in China and Russia put the problems of the company in India in a comparative perspective. Emphasizes the institutional barriers to multinational use the opportunities provided by emerging markets.
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by Tarun Khanna, Krishna G. Palepu Source: Harvard Business School 25 pages. Publication Date: December 15, 2006. Prod. #: 707505-PDF-ENG