HMV in 'advanced' talks over Waterstone's sale

Written By: Bookseller Staff Publication Date: Fri, 13/05/2011 - 18:25 HMV has confirmed that it is in "advanced discussions regarding a potential sale of Waterstone's". The announcement, made late on Friday, follows a day of increased speculation with reports that Russian investor Alexander Mamut had raised his offer to £43m in cash, and that various private equity groups were circling the bookselling chain. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

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