Amazon Faces Criticism Over $200 Billion AI, Robotics CapEx Plan
Sen. Bernie Sanders criticized Amazon’s plan to allocate $200 billion in capital expenditures for AI and robotics in 2026, accusing the company of automating hundreds of thousands of U.S. jobs. Amazon shares slid over 2% following the remarks and the company’s disclosure of its largest annual capex forecast.
1. Sanders Critiques AI Spending
Sen. Bernie Sanders highlighted Amazon’s plan to allocate $200 billion in 2026 capital expenditures toward AI and robotics, contending that automation could replace hundreds of thousands of U.S. warehouse and logistics roles.
2. Breakdown of 2026 CapEx Plan
Amazon’s disclosed capex forecast covers investments in data centers, machine learning infrastructure, robotics deployment and global fulfillment automation, marking the largest annual outlay in the company’s history.
3. Market Reaction
Amazon shares declined over 2% following Sanders’ comments and the accelerated capex guidance, prompting analysts to reassess potential impacts on free cash flow and labor cost savings.