Consumers who have a problem returning a gift, should first contact the store manager or customer service department of the retailer.

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But Tracy Harvey, manager at the town's Harvey's department store, said the retail sector appeared to be coping.

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He controls department store chain Palacio de Hierro, insurance company Grupo Nacional Provincial and pension fund manager Grupo Profuturo.

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