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Amazon has announced the launch of a new Search Analytics Dashboard aimed at assisting sellers in the Brand Registry program. This tool will provide anonymized data on customers' interests and shopping behaviors, empowering sellers to optimize listings, improve inventory planning, and enhance product development. The dashboard, available in early 2022 at no cost for registered sellers, enhances Amazon's existing analytics suite, offering insights into sales funnels and keyword performance. Last year, Amazon invested over $18 billion to support its sellers, contributing to approximately 1.8 million U.S. jobs.

Amazon has launched the Product Opportunity Explorer, a new tool to aid third-party sellers in identifying new product opportunities based on customer searches and buying trends. Announced at the Accelerate 2021 conference, the tool will undergo beta testing until year-end and is set for a wider release in 2022.

This tool provides insights into search volume, sales history, and pricing trends, helping sellers launch products effectively. Amazon invested over $18 billion in seller support last year, contributing to an estimated 1.8 million U.S. jobs linked to its platform.

Amazon announced at the Accelerate 2021 conference that over 100,000 brands have started selling in its U.S. store this year, with a 60% year-over-year sales increase for brands for the 12-month period ending June 30, 2021. New tools and services introduced include the Brand Referral Bonus, Customer Engagement tool, A+ Story Cards, and Customer Review Resolution tool. The company invested over $18 billion in logistics and services last year to support sellers, contributing to an estimated 1.8 million U.S. jobs.

Bellwether Housing, King County's largest nonprofit affordable housing provider, has acquired 213 affordable homes across two sites in Kent and Des Moines, Washington. This initiative is part of their strategy to maintain affordability in areas facing high rent increases. Funded by the $2 billion Amazon Housing Equity Fund, this acquisition aims to create and preserve over 20,000 affordable housing units. Bellwether's CEO emphasized the urgency of addressing housing affordability in King County, where public funding is limited and many low-income families face displacement.

Amazon Music Unlimited subscribers can now enjoy spatial audio streaming on various devices, including existing headphones, without needing special equipment. The new feature includes music mixed in Sony's 360 Reality Audio and Dolby Atmos, featuring artists like Alicia Keys and Coldplay. This development enhances the audio experience for all subscribers, who can access HD and Ultra HD music at no additional cost. Subscribers can stream over 75 million songs, with many albums in high-quality formats available, further expanding the audio library since its initial launch in 2019.

Amazon announces significant growth in its small and medium-sized business (SMB) ecosystem, reporting a 15% increase in sellers exceeding $1 million in sales. The company welcomed over 200,000 new SMBs to its U.S. store in the past year, contributing to the creation of 1.8 million U.S. jobs. The upcoming Amazon Accelerate conference, set for October 20-21, will showcase new tools and strategies for sellers. In 2020, Amazon invested over $18 billion to support its sellers, enhancing business opportunities and economic impact.

Amazon has announced the availability of 150,000 seasonal jobs across the U.S., with roles starting at an average pay of $18 per hour. Sign-on bonuses can reach up to $3,000, with an additional $3 per hour based on shifts. This hiring initiative complements the company's plan to add over 40,000 corporate positions and 125,000 fulfillment jobs. Many seasonal employees transition to full-time roles, contributing to the workforce in 250 new facilities across the country.

Amazon has announced the availability of 150,000 seasonal jobs across the U.S., offering an average starting pay of $18 per hour. Additional benefits include sign-on bonuses up to $3,000 and extra $3 per hour depending on shifts. These seasonal positions complement the company's earlier plans to hire over 40,000 corporate and tech jobs and 125,000 fulfillment and transportation roles. Amazon aims to provide diverse employment opportunities and aims to support career advancement for employees through programs like Career Choice.

Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) has announced the availability of 150,000 seasonal jobs across the U.S., including 23,000 in California. These roles offer an average pay of $18 per hour, with potential sign-on bonuses of up to $3,000. This seasonal hiring initiative complements plans to create over 40,000 corporate and tech jobs and 125,000 fulfillment and transportation jobs. The company emphasizes the importance of seasonal employees in fulfilling customer needs while providing job flexibility.