Amazon Breaks Up with US Post After Billionaire Losses

E-commerce giant Amazon is ending its partnership with the United States Post Office (USPS) after recording significant financial losses, estimated at up to US$ 9.5 billion.

The End of an Age of Delivery

Amazon, which relied heavily on Post Office services for last-mile deliveries, especially in rural and less densely populated areas, decided to pursue alternatives.The partnership, which allowed Amazon to utilize the vast USPS network to reach customers across the country, became financially unsustainable for Jeff Bezos' company.

Impact on Post and Workers

The breakup with Amazon represents a significant blow to the United States Post Office.The USPS, which already faces financial and operational challenges, will lose one of its largest customers.It is estimated that up to 100,000 jobs within the post office may be at risk as a direct consequence of this decision.The reliance on contracts with large companies such as Amazon has been crucial to USPS revenue, and the loss of this agreement raises serious doubts about its ability to continue operating in its current form.

Search for Alternatives and the Future

Amazon, meanwhile, is already exploring other options for its deliveries, including expanding its own logistics network and partnering with private delivery companies.The company seeks to optimize its costs and ensure the efficiency of its delivery operations.The future of USPS now depends on its ability to adapt to this new reality, seeking new contracts and possibly restructuring its operations to ensure its long-term viability.