Amazon raises free shipping minimum to $35 for some customers who don't have Prime

Amazon is increasing the minimum purchase for free shipping to $35 for non-Prime members in some markets, as the company aims to cut costs and potentially drive more sign-ups for its Prime membership program.

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8/2/2023

Amazon now offers Fresh grocery delivery to non-Prime members in select US cities

Main topic: Amazon expands its Fresh grocery delivery service to non-Prime members in select U.S. cities. Key points: 1. Amazon Fresh grocery delivery was previously only available to Prime members. 2. Non-Prime members in a dozen cities can now order groceries online from Amazon Fresh stores and warehouses. 3. Non-Prime members will have to pay delivery fees based on order value ($13.95 for orders under $50, $10.95 for orders between $50 and $100, $7.95 for orders over $100). 4. Amazon plans to launch the service nationwide by the end of the year and include products from Whole Foods and other grocery stores. 5. Amazon is unifying its e-commerce supermarket offerings into one online cart, allowing customers to order from Whole Foods, Amazon Fresh, and Amazon.com in a single order. 6. Amazon is introducing revamped Fresh stores in Chicago with an expanded product selection and in-store Krispy Kreme stores. 7. Earlier this year, Amazon started charging delivery fees for Fresh grocery orders under $150 for Prime members. 8. Amazon operates Fresh grocery stores and Go convenience stores across the U.S. and acquired Whole Foods in 2017.

8/16/2023

Yet another music streaming service is getting a price bump

Amazon Music Unlimited has increased its pricing for Prime members by $1 per month, with annual plans also seeing a $10 to $16.99 increase. Other music streaming services like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music have also recently raised their prices. The price increase is said to be for bringing more content and features to the platform, but it remains to be seen if this will differentiate Amazon Music Unlimited from its competitors.

8/16/2023

Amazon pinches sellers: Use our costly logistics services or pay extra fee

Main topic: Amazon's decision to charge an extra fee to sellers who bypass its logistics services. Key points: 1. The FTC is expected to file an antitrust lawsuit against Amazon. 2. Amazon is facing scrutiny for how it treats sellers on its platform. 3. Amazon will start charging a two percent fee on each sale for sellers who ship their own products instead of using Amazon's logistics services.

8/30/2023

Prime Members Get First Dibs on Amazon's Best Labor Day Sale Deals — Save Up to Nearly 70% Off

Prime members can enjoy exclusive discounts on a wide range of travel essentials, including luggage, sneakers, headphones, sunscreen, a belt bag, and a travel mug, during Amazon's Labor Day Sale.

9/20/2023

Amazon Prime Members Get Exclusive Deals on Travel Gear and Apparel Ahead of October Sale

Amazon Prime Members can enjoy exclusive deals on travel essentials, including a three-piece luggage set, packing cubes, a crossbody sling bag, running shoes, a weekender bag, a money belt, a flannel shacket, a hiking backpack, and a portable charger.

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Posted 8/28/2023, 5:19:43 PM

Amazon raises free shipping minimum to $35 for some customers who don't have Prime

cnbc.com

Relevant topic timeline:

8/2/2023

Amazon now offers Fresh grocery delivery to non-Prime members in select US cities

8/16/2023

Yet another music streaming service is getting a price bump

8/16/2023

Amazon pinches sellers: Use our costly logistics services or pay extra fee

8/30/2023

Prime Members Get First Dibs on Amazon's Best Labor Day Sale Deals — Save Up to Nearly 70% Off

Prime members can enjoy exclusive discounts on a wide range of travel essentials, including luggage, sneakers, headphones, sunscreen, a belt bag, and a travel mug, during Amazon's Labor Day Sale.

9/20/2023

Amazon Prime Members Get Exclusive Deals on Travel Gear and Apparel Ahead of October Sale