Could Amazon be taking on a number of the vacated Toys R Us stores, now the toy giant is practically gone from the US? It certainly makes sense, given the huge size of Amazon and the recent expansion into physical bricks and mortar locations it has embarked upon in the States. Toyworld Mag have more.
Amazon.com has looked at the possibility of expanding its retail footprint by acquiring some locations from bankrupt Toys R Us, according to insiders. Reports suggest that the online retailer isn’t interested in maintaining the Toys R Us brand, but is considering using the soon-to-be-vacant spaces for its own purposes.
Such a move would let Amazon expand its brick-and-mortar presence, after it bought Whole Foods Market and its over 450 locations last year. The company also has opened its own line of bookstores and a convenience-store concept.
Additional stores would give Amazon space to showcase its popular Echo line of devices, and would put inventory closer to where shoppers live, potentially enabling quick delivery to e-commerce customers.
