Thursday, February 04, 2016

Mall Executive Backtracks From Statement on Amazon Retail Stores - The New York Times

So maybe not an Amazon store coming to a mall near you -- at least not a General Growth Properties mall -- real soon now; also see Meet the Guy Behind Amazon’s Secret Retail Store Plans (Re/code)
"While a reversal of sorts, Mr. Mathrani’s statement on Wednesday was not technically a retraction; he did not say his earlier comment was inaccurate.

In fact, it is true that Amazon intends to open more bookstores, according to a person briefed on the matter who asked for anonymity because the plans are confidential. But Mr. Mathrani dramatically overstated the number, this person said."
Mall Executive Backtracks From Statement on Amazon Retail Stores - The New York Times

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