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Bookstores News
Waterstones puts 560 managers into consultation in restructure
Waterstones is to put 560 of its managers into consultation as managing director James Daunt looks to “secure the future” of the retailer against an “unforgiving bookselling environment”.
Marks & Spencer under fire for online tax structure
Marks & Spencer has come under fire from tax campaigners over the way it structures its online sales to Europe, which has drawn comparisons to Amazon.
Multichannel retail model gives Dixons confidence after strong year
Dixons chief executive Seb James is confident the electricals giant’s multichannel business model will be a foundation of continued success after a strong year.
Bookstores In Depth
Analysis: Etail ideas for the ultimate user experience
Ecommerce has come a long way in the last decade. Lucy Fisher finds out which retail sites are leading the way from the customer’s perspective.
Analysis: Walmart gears up for the digital fight against Amazon
The retail giant has unveiled a raft of omnichannel initiatives, but will this push be enough for Walmart to gain ground after a slow online start?
Comment: Argos proves to be Home Retail Group’s white knight
It’s just been announced that Home Retail Group’s annual sales have stayed more or less flat at £5.48bn, with pre-tax profits rising from £104m to £130m.
