Despite clear efforts to differentiate the front and back-of-house operations, Whole Foods is still expanding its assortment beyond its core offering. Will this work as well as anticipated?

The NYT claims knowledge of internal documents showing Amazon is soon to engage in a massive automation push. What will the fallout look like?

Amazon pharmacy kiosks are rolling out in select markets. Will this method gain traction?

Amazon has introduced a new add to delivery function. Is this a meaningful new function, or is reaction muted?

Amazon Grocery promises to enhance the e-comm giant’s assortment of private label offerings. Is there any potential downside?

Amazon will pay a $2.5 billion settlement as a result of an FTC case against it, related to Prime subscriptions. Will subscriptions take a hit as a result?

Amazon Fresh is shuttering in the U.K. Why did this take place?

Amazon is making another big splash in the retail logistics space with its most recent announcement delivered from its Accelerate seller conference — the company has announced the planned expansion of its third-party logistics product, Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfullment (MCF), to “support merchants on SHEIN, Shopify, and Walmart,” per a Sept. 18 press release. That’s in…

Amazon Essentials appears to be joining the denim apparel frenzy. Will this effort be fruitful, or are too many players in the space?

Amazon is phasing out Prime Invitee to incite more membership purchases. Is this the right move?

Amazon announced a same-day grocery delivery service for 1,000 cities and towns. How worried should Walmart, Instacart, and other competitors be?

Amazon has ceased spending on Google Shopping ads. Why is this the case?

Amazon Prime Day saw a lack of search interest in promos on competing sites. What can competing retailers do to develop their own counter-sales?

Amazon Prime Day has had a controversial start when it comes to sales numbers. Will it prove itself as an e-commerce growth leader again?

Amazon plans to expand its same-day and next-day Prime delivery service to over 4,000 smaller cities and rural regions in the U.S. by the end of 2025. How should Walmart and other retailers serving those regions respond?

Amazon’s CEO, Andy Jassy, last week joined a number of other high-profile U.S. CEOs cautioning that AI would lead to job cuts. Is it the right approach?

Amazon announced plans to expand its annual Prime Day event to four days, up from two traditionally. How should competitors respond?

Stablecoins, backed by the U.S. dollar, may become an option for Walmart and Amazon purchases.

Amazon advertisers can now create product ads using the AI-powered Video Generator.

Amazon Pharmacy has introduced new features aimed at streamlining medication management.

Amazon is slated to invest $20 billion in AI and cloud computing facilities in Pennsylvania.

Amazon is reportedly developing artificial intelligence that will enable humanoid robots to deliver parcels using vans. What to think of the potential of humanoid robots to supplement or replace human delivery drivers?

Amazon is beginning testing of its humanoid robots for the purpose of order delivery.

On Amazon’s first-quarter analyst call, CEO Andy Jassy said he remains “very bullish” about the company’s grocery business. Which newer grocery initiatives hold the most promise?

Amazon and Walmart have both enjoyed massive success in retail, but how do their philosophies differ? Which may engender more success in 2025 and beyond?

Amazon is testing a new “Hear the highlights” feature on select product detail pages, offering short-form audio summaries of product descriptions powered by AI. Will consumers want to listen?

Prices are going up on some popular Nike footwear.

Kroger will no longer be using Ship.

Amazon has unveiled a robot with a “sense of touch” that enables it to pick up and manipulate items without crushing them. Does Vulcan appear to be a breakthrough in warehouse management and in optimizing online delivery?

Pet owners can now add their pets’ medications to Amazon shopping carts.

On Amazon’s first-quarter analyst call, CEO Andy Jassy discussed the key factors that would help the company navigate uncertain economic conditions. Is Amazon’s retail business more exposed or insulated from any fallout from the trade war?

The price that Amazon paid for the 522 Fifth Ave. building was not disclosed.

In a major thrust to entice more luxury brands to sell on its platform, Amazon has introduced “Saks on Amazon.” Will this partnership help Amazon gain better access to major luxury and emerging designer labels?

The billionaire Amazon founder is offloading a lot of stock.

Amazon reassured investors that it has a plan to deal with tariffs.

Amazon Prime Day returns in July 2025.

Amazon declared it never intended to display the exact cost of tariff-related price increases alongside all its products after the Trump administration described the move as a “hostile and political act.” Do you see more pros or cons in adding a line-item tariff surcharge?

Amazon is purportedly working with sellers to combat tariffs and possible price hikes.

Amazon is testing a program enabling browsers to purchase products from other brands’ websites that it doesn’t sell. Should brands participate in the program, even if a commission is eventually charged?

Despite some rising hopes that a U.S.-China trade deal can be struck, tariffs and the closure of the de minimis loophole are set for May 2. Will this give Amazon Haul an advantage versus Temu and SHEIN?

Amazon has reportedly landed among the suitors to acquire TikTok. Does this potential acquisition make sense?

Some Amazon vendors see current tariffs on Chinese goods as a roadblock to selling in the U.S.

Vendors claim Amazon is canceling orders for goods from China without explanation.

Amazon is testing a new “Buy for Me” option to direct customers to outside vendors.

Amazon’s internet service will be powered by over 3,000 satellites in low Earth orbit.

Amazon may be in the running to buy TikTok.

The newest AI agent from Amazon is called Nova Act.

Kohl’s has temporarily stopped accepting Amazon returns at some stores. Should the retailer spread this to all locations permanently?

Temu is looking to grab market share in the U.S. and is seemingly hiring people from Amazon and Walmart.

Some Kohl’s stores will no longer take Amazon returns.