Amazon increases minimum starting hourly wage for full-time core operations employees

The briefing

Amazon announced it is increasing its minimum starting hourly wage for U.S. full-time core operations employees to $20 ahead of the holiday shopping season. With the $1-per-hour increase, average hourly pay will reach nearly $24, while average total compensation will exceed $32 an hour including benefits. Additionally, employees will receive a 10% discount on eligible fresh groceries and everyday essentials starting October 1.