Mansell wouldn't comment on Amazon acquiring Kohl's. The early indications from the Amazon pilot, which is only a few weeks in, are very positive, Mansell said. Amazon should outright own Kohl's, as it would give the company a place to sell and store merchandise, and accept returns, Kniffen said. This opinion is held by other retail industry analysts. Four hundred Whole Foods stores isn't going to do that for them, he said.
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