Amazon stops accepting new online grocery customers amid surging demand

13 Sept 12:42 Key points summarised by AI

Amazon temporarily halted new online grocery customer registrations, placing them on a waitlist due to a significant surge in demand for its delivery services.
To boost capacity, Amazon expanded Whole Foods grocery pickup locations, shortened store hours to prioritize online order fulfillment, and is actively hiring more staff.
The company plans to launch a virtual 'place in line' feature for delivery slots and temporarily converted a new grocery store location into a warehouse to manage increased volume.
Despite a 60% increase in online grocery order capacity, Amazon anticipates continued challenges in meeting demand and advises customers to shop in-person if possible.

New home loan scheme aims to boost property sector with Bt125 billion

Yesterday 11:38 Key points summarised by AI

The Cabinet approved a new Bt50-billion 'A House for Each PLUS' home loan scheme from the Government Housing Bank, offering up to Bt3 million with 40-year repayment terms for low- and middle-income earners.
This initiative aims to significantly boost the property sector and national economy, projecting to generate Bt125 billion in economic activity and create jobs.