(LEAD) Lotte Shopping Q1 net jumps nearly eightfold on robust department store sales

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Lotte Shopping Co. reported a significant increase in its net profit for Q1, with figures soaring nearly eightfold driven by robust sales in its department stores. This impressive performance reflects a strong consumer demand and effective retail strategies.

SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- Lotte Shopping Co., an affiliate of South Korean retai...