Amazon Shares Climb 1.4 as Expanded Same-Day Grocery Delivery Push Ranks 7th in Trading Volume

On August 13, 2025, Amazon (AMZN) closed higher by 1.40%, with a trading volume of $8.18 billion, ranking seventh in market activity. The rise came amid the company’s expansion of its same-day grocery delivery service, now available in 1,000 U.S. locations, with plans to cover 2,300 by year-end. The service, which waives delivery fees for Prime members on orders over $25, targets competitors like Walmart and Target, who require higher spending thresholds for free delivery. Amazon’s move aims to integrate perishable goods into its logistics network, a sector where it has historically struggled to gain traction.

Analysts noted the strategic shift could disrupt rivals in delivery and grocery retail. Wedbush Securities highlighted Amazon’s existing infrastructure as a key advantage, potentially pressuring companies like Instacart and DoorDash. Morgan Stanley observed the expansion could bridge the urban-rural gap in online grocery access, given Amazon’s focus on less populated areas. The company also reported early success, with perishables like strawberries and bananas outperforming non-food items in same-day delivery orders, signaling growing consumer adoption.

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