All Amazon Web Services (AWS) articles
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NewsAmazon records double-digit sales growth exceeding $200bn
Amazon has seen a double-digit surge in its second quarter sales, exceeding $200bn.
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NewsAmazon lines up $200bn in capital spending in 2026
The online giant announced net sales hit $213.4bn (£157.2bn) in the three months to December 31, 2025.
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NewsAmazon confirms thousands of job cuts
Technology retail behemoth Amazon has confirmed the axing of thousands of roles in its latest round of layoffs.
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NewsAmazon reportedly set to axe thousands more corporate roles
Amazon is set to cut thousands more corporate roles as soon as next week, reports say.
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NewsRetailer payments back up and running after Cloudflare outage
Retailers affected by the Cloudflare outage are now reported to be back up and running following payment and checkout issues.
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NewsAmazon warns on profits as uncertainty over tariffs threaten ecommerce business
Amazon has warned it may fail to meet market expectations on its operating income, as concerns over how President Trump’s tariffs will affect its ecommerce business overshadowed strong sales.
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Retail VoiceThe retail tipping point. Are you ready?
The retail sector stands at a defining moment in 2025, with technology and consumer expectations converging to create unprecedented challenges and opportunities. But how can retailers attract, engage and retain shoppers? Amazon Web Services’ Rajashree Rane explains more
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NewsAmazon secures first quarter growth despite tariff uncertainty
Amazon posted strong first-quarter growth for 2025, exceeding Wall Street expectations for now three quarters in a row.
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NewsJohn Lewis Partnership reaches apprenticeship milestone as Amazon takes on 1,000 new roles
John Lewis Partnership has announced it has enrolled over 5,000 apprentices since 2017, while Amazon is taking on 1,000 new apprentices in the UK in 2025.
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NewsAmazon retail sales beat analyst expectations as AI push continues
Executives told analysts that Amazon would up capital expenditure by 20%, with the majority dedicated to artificial intelligence infrastructure.
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Retail Navigator AnalysisSainsbury’s (Strategy)
Sainsbury’s is trialling hybrid self-checkouts, which require customers to scan their own shopping and also feature conveyor belts for them to place their items on, as well as areas for packing their shopping. In-store product-locating touchscreens are also being tested.
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Retail Navigator AnalysisMoonpig (Strategy)
Moonpig’s new partnership with toy retailer The Entertainer will see a range of The Entertainer and Early Learning Centre products made available to purchase alongside Moonpig’s personalised cards. Consumers can create personal gift and card combinations.
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Retail Navigator AnalysisThe Very Group (Strategy)
The Very Group announces the launch of ‘Very Media Group’ in partnership with SMG, as it aims to be “the choice retail media network for brands”. The retailer’s “unique combination of personal, shopping and financial data” will be key differentiator.
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NewsSainsbury’s plans to ‘revolutionise’ its commercial systems with a new tech partnership
Grocer Sainsbury’s has unveiled a technology partnership designed to “revolutionise” its commercial systems.
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NewsCMA has started investigating Amazon’s partnership with AI start-up
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has begun an investigation into whether Amazon’s £3bn investment into an AI start-up has caused less competition.
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Retail Navigator AnalysisZalando (Strategy)
As Zalando continues to evolve its social commerce credentials and up its ability to engage by ‘entertaining’ consumers, it has revealed plans to open a site in China’s “tech-hub” Shenzhen, and has confirmed a committment with OpenAI to continue developing generative AI solutions.
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NewsAmazon sales have surged but customers remain cautious and are seeking bargains
Sales at ecommerce giant Amazon have surged during its second quarter despite customers remaining cautious and trading down amid the cost-of-living crisis.
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Retail Navigator AnalysisUnder Armour (Overview)
Under Armour is a US sportswear retailer, founded in 1969, that sits among the top 10 global sports brands. It is refocusing its plans as chief executive Kevin Plank returns at the helm.
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NewsAmazon sales surge driven by AI and advertising
Amazon has posted a surge in sales during its first quarter, helped by the appeal and success of its AI and advertising capabilities.
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AnalysisWhat does the future hold for The Very Group under a new CEO?
The Very Group has just promoted its retail managing director Robbie Feather to group CEO with current chief executive Lionel Desclée departing on April 26 to “pursue new opportunities”.