Amazon is reportedly planning to open more Whole Foods stores in the U.S.
According to a Wall Street Journal report, Amazon is looking for retail spaces in parts of Idaho, southern Utah and Wyoming – although no confirmation on the exact spots were made.
The expansion plan is expected to boost customer count for Amazon’s two-hour Prime Now delivery service. At present, Amazon’s Prime Now delivery service offers two-hour delivery in over 60 U.S. cities, and thirty minute-plus grocery pickup in nearly 30 cities. Citing sources,the report suggested that Amazon is planning to expand those services to almost all its 475 Whole Foods stores.