Amazon to hire 250,000 employees for 2025 holiday season in US

Core Points - Amazon plans to hire 250,000 employees across the US for the 2025 holiday season, including full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions [1][2] - The company will start posting job vacancies weekly from October to December, with opportunities available in various regions, including rural areas [1] - Average hourly wages for regular employees will be $23, while seasonal staff will earn over $19 per hour, with total compensation exceeding $30 per hour when benefits are included [2][3] Financial Investments - Amazon is investing more than $1 billion in 2025 to increase wages and reduce healthcare costs for its fulfillment and transportation employees in the US [2] - In September, Amazon reached a $2.5 billion settlement with the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding allegations of improper customer enrollment in Prime subscriptions [3] Business Operations - Amazon announced the closure of all 19 Fresh supermarkets in the UK after evaluating business operations and recognizing substantial growth opportunities in online delivery [4] - Five of the Fresh locations will be converted into Whole Foods stores as part of this strategic shift [4]