Amazon launches early Prime Day deals
Amazon.com Inc. announced the launch of early Prime Day promotions on Monday. Prime Day will actually take place over two days this year, July 15 and July 16. There are deals now available across a variety of categories including Amazon devices, furniture and fashion, and the opening of the Happy School Year Store, with items for parents, students and teachers. The price of the Fire TV Recast has been slashed by $100. Those who aren't Prime members can sign up for a 30-day free trial in order to take advantage of Prime Day deals. And from July 3 through July 16, U.S. Prime members who spend $10 at Whole Foods Market will get a $10 credit to use on Prime Day purchases. Whole Foods will also offer Prime-member-exclusives during that time. Amazon stock has gained 1.4% in Monday premarket trading and 26.1% for the year to date. The S&P 500 index is up 17.4% for 2019 to date.
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