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Waterstones reports significant rise in profits

The bookseller’s profits quadrupled in its most recent financial year, with pre-tax profits of £42.9m in the 12 months to 27 April 2024. Revenues also hit £528.3m. This has been attributed to increased footfall due to workers returning to offices.

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