According to foreign media reports, Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN.US) has opened its supply chain network to other enterprises, a move that will place it in direct competition with United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS.US) and FedEx Corporation (FDX.US) .The company has launched Amazon Supply Chain Services, allowing companies across industries including retail, healthcare and manufacturing to utilize its supply chain, storage and delivery capabilities for goods ranging from raw materials to finished products. Procter & Gamble Company (The) (PG.US) , 3M Company (MMM.US) and American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO.US) have already signed up for its supply chain services.Related NewsReport: Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN.US) Staff Use AI Tools for Non-Essential Tasks to Boost Token Consumption MetricsAmazon operates a fleet of more than 100 cargo aircraft, along with an extensive network of warehouses and distribution centers, potentially positioning it as a major player in the logistics industry and intensifying competition in pricing and delivery speed.Shares of United Parcel Service and FedEx fell 10.5% and 9.1%, respectively, overnight. (fc/w)(Real-time Streaming US Stocks Quote; Except All OTC quotes are at least 15 minutes delayed.)
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