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Re: What Kids really want. Not Juniorization.
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lugnet.general
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Thu, 15 Mar 2001 20:27:12 GMT
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In lugnet.general, Mike Petrucelli writes:
> > > As an assistant Manager at KB I know for a fact that at least 40 percent of
> > > the cost is retail markup. TLC's profit margins are not that high unless
> > > you go through Shop at Home.
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> > Are you sure?
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> Yes.
No offense, but I find it difficult to believe. What information is this based
on? (That Lego's profit margins are below 40%.)
> > I would expect Lego's profit margins to retailers ARE in the
> > range of 30-50% (I think most manufacturing outfits make more like 75-100%,
> > correct? it's a high-margin business).
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> That is exactly why I belive the bulk tubs acuratley reflects the
> difference in ONLY material cost between Mega Blocks and Lego.
Sorry, I don't follow from premises to conclusion...
Kevin
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