Amazon vs. Walmart vs. Target: In the Battle of Big Holiday Bonuses, Who Pays the Most?

When the coronavirus outbreak touched down in the United States, millions of Americans flocked to stores as they stockpiled household necessities and supplies like food, disinfectant and toilet paper. Big-box chains and e-commerce giants reaped the benefits of this pandemic-induced panic; over the past couple quarters, Amazon, Walmart and Target have reported stellar revenues and earnings, as well as record-high online sales. Now, amid another wave of COVID-19 infections and with the holiday shopping season in full force, the retailers are sharing some of those profits with those on the front lines: their own store associates, warehouse workers and delivery drivers. Amazon, Walmart and Target have announced their own rounds of bonuses in a race to attract, retain and reward their essential employees. Here, FN answers the question: In the battle of holiday bonuses, which of the Big 3 wins? Amazon Bonus: Full-time employees employed from Dec. 1 through Dec. 31 qualify for a $300 bonus, while part-time workers are eligible for a $150 bonus. Holiday investment: In this quarter, the Seattle-based corporation shared that it has invested more than $750 million in pay incentives for its front-line workforce. That brings its total spend on bonuses to more than $2.5 billion so far this

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