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Amazon Is Selling Greenworks' $400 60V Push Lawn Mower for Just $280, and Shoppers Say It Cuts 'Beautifully'
- Greenworks' 60V Push Lawn Mower is on sale for $280 on Amazon, $120 off its full price of $400.
- The mower has received over 100 five-star ratings and is a top 5 bestseller on Amazon.
- It comes with a 4.0Ah, 60V battery and charger, providing 40 minutes of use and recharges in less than 1.5 hours.
- Shoppers praise its power, ease of use, maneuverability, and long battery life.
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White House calls Amazon ‘hostile’ for reportedly planning to list tariff costs
- The White House accused Amazon of a 'hostile and political act' as it plans to inform customers of tariff costs.
- Amazon was reportedly planning to display how much Trump's tariffs increased the prices of products on its site.
- Amazon's online marketplace has seen rising prices due to Trump's tariffs on China, with the burden of import costs passed on to sellers.
- Amazon distanced itself from the report, stating that the listing of import charges was considered but not approved.
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Trump reportedly complained to Bezos about Amazon’s tariff plan
- President Donald Trump called Amazon founder Jeff Bezos to complain after a report suggested Amazon's plan to display the cost of tariffs.
- White House officials confirmed that Trump called Bezos after receiving the report, and before Amazon officially responded.
- Amazon spokesperson clarified that the idea of listing import charges was only considered, and it will not be implemented.
- Trump's tariffs on products imported from China have led to price increases and inventory management challenges for retailers, including Amazon sellers.
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DeWalt's Popular 20V Orbital Sander Is Over 40% Off Right Now, and It Delivers a 'Flawless Finish Every Time'
- DeWalt's 20V Max Orbital Sander is on sale on Amazon for $100, a 44% discount.
- The sander has over 10,000 five-star ratings and is the No. 2 bestselling model in its category.
- It features a brushless motor, variable speed control, and a textured rubber grip.
- Reviewers praise its build quality, powerful motor, and ability to deliver a flawless finish every time.
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UPS Shifts Strategy With Amazon Exit, SMB Push Amid Cost Cuts
- UPS is focusing on controlling what they can control and executing their strategy to improve long-term profitability, amid a rapidly evolving logistics landscape.
- They plan to close operations and buildings, reduce operational hours, cut positions, and invest in automation and technology.
- UPS aims to reduce Amazon package volume by over 50% by June 2026, shifting focus to more profitable business endeavors.
- Small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) now comprise a significant portion of UPS' U.S. volume, diversifying their customer base.
- Cost-cutting efforts under the 'Efficiency Reimagined' initiative target $1 billion in savings in 2025 and $3.5 billion in total cost reductions by year-end.
- UPS saw a rise in U.S. domestic revenue and volume growth in international operations but faced margin pressures in certain areas.
- Strategic initiatives include in-sourcing deliveries, launching a new economy shipping service, and acquiring Andlauer Healthcare Group to enhance healthcare logistics capabilities.
- The company is monitoring external pressures like trade policies, tariffs, and global supply chain dynamics, with a focus on executing transformation initiatives for enhanced profitability.
- While risks persist, including global trade uncertainties and volume fluctuations, UPS remains optimistic about emerging stronger through their transformation efforts.
- Success in growing SMB and healthcare segments will be crucial for UPS as they navigate changes such as decreasing Amazon volumes.
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No, Amazon was never going to commit the ‘confrontational and political act’ of listing tariff costs on products
- Amazon has refuted claims that it would display tariff impacts alongside product prices on its platform.
- The move sparked criticism from the Trump administration.
- Amazon clarified that it was contemplating showing tariff costs on its low-cost Amazon Haul site, not on its main website.
- The White House considered this plan to be a confrontational and politically motivated act.
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White House launches Amazon attack over tariff costs, Spain says power outage not down to cyber attack
- The White House accuses Amazon of committing a 'hostile and political act' by informing customers about the cost of Trump's tariffs.
- Spain's High Court investigates the possibility of a cyberattack causing severe blackouts in the Iberian Peninsula.
- Britain's electricity grid operator investigates unexplained power plant failures preceding blackouts in Spain and Portugal.
- Marks & Spencer faces challenges due to a cyber attack, resulting in empty shelves and disruption of online orders.
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Amazon squashed reports that it'll display tariff costs after the White House called it a 'hostile' act
- Amazon is not planning to display how much tariffs are increasing the price of each item on its website and app, according to a spokesperson.
- The White House criticized Amazon's reported plan as a 'hostile and political act.'
- Retailers and major consumer brands are facing the need to raise prices to offset the cost of Trump's tariffs.
- Shoppers can expect higher prices in stores by the end of May as a result of the tariffs.
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Amazon has no choice but to display tariffs on prices now
- Punchbowl News reported a single-sourced rumor that Amazon would start showing tariffs next to prices.
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was asked about it at a White House briefing.
- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt called it a hostile and political act by Amazon.
- Amazon confirmed that the idea of listing import charges on certain products was never approved and will not happen.
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Guardian
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Amazon takes on Musk’s Starlink with launch of first internet satellites
- Amazon successfully launched the first 27 satellites for its Kuiper broadband internet constellation on Monday, marking the beginning of its deployment of an internet from space network to compete with SpaceX's Starlink.
- This is part of Amazon's $10bn Project Kuiper, which aims to provide global broadband internet connectivity for consumers, businesses, and governments.
- The deployment of the first operational satellites was delayed for more than a year, but Amazon plans to begin delivering service to customers later this year.
- Amazon's Project Kuiper is seen as a major competitor to Starlink, with its focus on providing internet connectivity to rural areas and leveraging the company's consumer product experience and cloud computing business.
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Retail CEOs: Low Prices Can’t Last in Face of Tariffs
- Retailers in the United States warn that low prices cannot last in the face of tariffs.
- CEOs of Walmart, Target, and Home Depot assured the White House they would try to keep prices down for as long as possible.
- Retailers have taken measures such as putting orders on hold and canceling vendor orders from China in response to tariffs.
- Consumer spending is expected to decline due to tariff-related uncertainty, which could negatively impact the U.S. economy.
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DeWalt's 'Unbeatable' 20V Hammer Drill That Busts Through Concrete 'Like Butter' Is Over 40% Off Right Now
- The DeWalt 20V Max SDS Rotary Hammer Drill is now just $147, down over $100 from its regular price of $249.
- It has earned the No. 1 bestseller spot for Power Rotary Hammers and has sold over 800 units in the past month.
- The drill features a brushless motor for a long lifespan and offers three operating modes for drilling through tough concrete.
- With its lowest price of the year, the DeWalt 20V Max hammer drill is already a bestseller and may sell out soon.
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The Verge
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White House calls Amazon ‘hostile’ after report says it will label tariff price hikes
- The White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt called Amazon "hostile" after rumors that the company will display how tariffs affect the total cost of a product.
- The statement from the White House comes after a report suggesting that Amazon will show added fees next to a product's price.
- Amazon did not respond to requests for comment.
- Trump's tariffs are impacting retailers, with many Amazon sellers raising prices or opting out of Prime Day.
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Amazon Prime Day to return in July despite threat of tariffs
- Amazon is bringing back its annual sales event, Prime Day, in July.
- The possibility of tariffs increasing the cost of goods may dampen consumer demand for Prime Day.
- Amazon plans to display the cost of tariffs next to the total price of goods on its site.
- Prime Day will include deals across more than 35 categories and will be held in multiple global markets.
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Amazon Reportedly Pushing Suppliers for Discounts to Combat Tariffs
- Amazon is reportedly seeking steep supplier discounts to offset the cost of U.S. tariffs.
- The company has asked for low double-digit price decreases from merchants in various categories.
- Amazon, along with competitors like Costco and Walmart, is pressuring suppliers to reduce the impact on its profits.
- Many consumers are subscribing to both Amazon and Walmart's services, challenging the traditional image of the two retailers.
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