Amazon now offers same-day grocery delivery in 1,000 cities
This strategic move aims to intensify competition with Walmart, which currently leads the U.S. online grocery market.
The service is free for Amazon Prime members on orders over $25, with a small fee for smaller orders, and a flat fee for non-Prime customers.
Amazon reported over $100 billion in gross sales from groceries and household essentials in 2024, excluding Whole Foods and Amazon Fresh.
The company has been building its grocery presence for nearly two decades, including the launch of Amazon Fresh, opening physical stores, and acquiring Whole Foods.
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