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Amazon's New Discount Storefront: Amazon Haul
Amazon launches "Amazon Haul," a discount storefront to compete with Temu and Shein, offering low-priced goods with slower shipping.
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Dharmesh Mehta
- What is Amazon Haul and why was it created?
- Amazon launched "Amazon Haul," a new storefront offering apparel, home goods, electronics, and other items priced below $20, to compete with discount retailers like Temu and Shein.
- How does Amazon keep prices low on Amazon Haul?
- Amazon sources products directly from manufacturers in China to offer low prices, similar to competitors Temu and Shein. To manage costs, they won't accept returns on items costing $3 or less.
- How does Amazon's shipping policy work for Amazon Haul?
- The storefront is accessible through Amazon's mobile app and offers free shipping on orders over $25, or a $3.99 fee for orders below that amount.
- What is Amazon's main motivation behind creating Amazon Haul?
- This initiative is a response to the rising popularity of discount retailers like Temu, Shein, and TikTok Shop, all of which source products from China and attract consumers with their low prices.
- How does the shipping speed for Amazon Haul compare to Amazon's usual offerings?
- Amazon's new strategy involves prioritizing low prices over fast shipping, a departure from its previous focus on speedy delivery. Most Haul purchases will be delivered in under two weeks.