More citizens in every city
Every city's population has tripled, bringing more potential customers and workers. New citizens start with the equivalent of 1,000 USD in their local currency.
Every city in every country now has three times as many citizens. New citizens start with the equivalent of 1,000 USD, converted into their local currency at the game's reference exchange rate.
As part of this expansion, existing citizens whose cash was below that amount receive a one-time top-up. Larger balances stay intact. This payment does not repeat when their cash falls below that amount again.
A larger population means more potential customers and workers. Store checkout capacity still depends on sales area and permanent upgrades; prices, stock, and competition still shape sales.