Amazon Ends Drone Deliveries in Lockeford, Sets Eye on New Arizona Site for Expansion
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Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN) has ceased its Prime Air drone delivery operations in Lockeford, California, and plans to expand to a new site in Tolleson, Arizona. The Lockeford site closure reasons were not disclosed, but Amazon assured reemployment for affected staff and continued service through alternative methods. The Tolleson site, part of the Phoenix metropolitan area, will start operations later this year, pending local and FAA negotiations. Amazon's drone delivery expansion faces regulatory challenges, with further expansions delayed until at least 2025. Amazon's stock has seen a 67% increase over the last 12 months, and exposure to AMZN can be gained through ETFs like SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Discretionary (NYSE:XLY) and Vanguard Consumer Discretion ETF (NYSE:VCR).
April 23, 2024 | 12:11 pm
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Amazon ends drone deliveries in Lockeford, CA, and plans expansion in Tolleson, AZ, with drone delivery operations facing regulatory challenges. Stock has gained 67% in the last 12 months.
The closure of the Lockeford site and the planned expansion in Tolleson, AZ, reflect Amazon's ongoing adjustments in its drone delivery strategy. While the news indicates a strategic pivot, the impact on the stock is neutral short term due to Amazon's broad business model and the stock's strong performance over the past year.
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Vanguard Consumer Discretion ETF offers a way to invest in Amazon, which has seen a 67% increase in stock price over the last year.
VCR, holding Amazon shares, could benefit from Amazon's positive stock performance. The link between Amazon's success and VCR's potential performance is direct, suggesting a positive short-term impact.
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Investors can gain exposure to Amazon's stock, which has gained 67% in the last 12 months, through SPDR Select Sector Fund - Consumer Discretionary.
As XLY includes Amazon in its holdings, positive developments and stock performance of Amazon can positively influence XLY's performance. The mention of Amazon's stock gain suggests a potential positive impact on XLY.
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