CVS Health Corp. said Monday that it will launch in its stores «the next day» in 2018. According to analysts, the decision caused a potential entrance Amazon.com the market of online sales of prescription drugs.
Representatives from pharmacies and pharmaceutical companies fear serious competition from the Internet giant, which can significantly affect the situation on the market.
«We bring the pharmacy to the door of our clients, offering services nationwide delivery the next day from our stores,» said CEO of CVS Larry Merlo.
At the same time, the company said it was ready to cooperate with Amazon, not abandoning the traditional sales.
«I think CVS care about potential future steps Amazon … This might defensive strategy to make sure that CVS will be able to respond when it happens,» said AMNY GlobalData Retail analyst Neil Saunders.
