July sales are pressuring the shipping industry like it’s the holiday season
July sales are pressuring the shipping industry like it’s the holiday season
Today is Prime Day, Amazon’s annual day of discounts that the retail giant hopes will rack up sales and lure new subscribers to Prime. Walmart, Target, Macy’s and other retailers are also getting in on what’s being dubbed Summer Black Friday. With all those packages on the move, the shipping industry is ramping up to make sure it can deliver.
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