Random House profits marginally down in 2010

Written By: Charlotte Williams Publication Date: Fri, 29/07/2011 - 14:59 The Random House Group's turnover for 2010 is understood to have been £296m, staying level with 2009. Profit was slightly down on 2009, falling from £44.3m to £42.5m, following a year of digital investment and challenges in the high street retailing environment. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2011-07-29 00:00:00 UTC ]
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