Amazon Business Reaches US$60bn in Sales as AI-Powered Procurement Tools Drive Adoption
Amazon Business has reached US$60 billion in annualized gross sales in Q2 2026, powered by AI tools that help more than 11 million organizations worldwide simplify their business purchasing. The milestone represents a significant acceleration: more than 1.8 million new organizations joined the platform in the first half of 2026 alone.
The platform serves organizations across 11 countries, from hospitals and schools to factories and hotel chains. Major customers include 97 of the Fortune 100 companies, along with Citi, Marriott International, the United Service Organizations (USO), and Carnival Corporation.
Key Takeaways
- Amazon Business's AI-powered tools include Spend Visibility for analytics and cost tracking, Guided Buying to steer purchases toward preferred products and policies, Tailored Recommendations based on purchasing patterns, and an Alexa for Shopping Assistant to evaluate products quickly.
- In 2025, Amazon Business-specific discounts saved organizations more than US$1 billion worldwide, spanning industries from education to hospitality.
- The company is expanding operational infrastructure alongside its AI toolset, rolling out dedicated branded delivery trucks in 13 US states with scheduled delivery windows designed for how businesses receive goods at loading docks, office buildings, and campuses.
The growth figures reflect how AI-assisted procurement tools are moving from optional add-ons to central drivers of business buying behavior. Enterprises are using the platform not just for convenience but to enforce purchasing policies, capture data, and reduce costs at scale.
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