Amazon will buy Target this year, influential tech analyst predicts

London

AMAZON.COM'S shake-up of the retail landscape may not be over, according to one well-known technology analyst.

The Internet giant will acquire discounter Target Corp, Loup Venture co-founder Gene Munster wrote in a report highlighting eight predictions for the technology industry in 2018. Amazon made waves in retailing last year with its US$13.7 billion purchase of upscale grocer Whole Foods Market.

"Target is the ideal offline partner for Amazon for two reasons, shared demographic and manageable but comprehensive store count," Mr Munster wrote, noting both companies focus on mothers and families…