Exclusive: Amazon bypasses wholesalers to source directly from brands

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Amazon has written to its European vendors to tell them it will now focus on sourcing products directly from brands rather than wholesalers.

In an email seen by Retail Week, Amazon said it had reviewed its options and believes this approach will help control its cost base and keep prices low for customers.

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