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flag In early 2026, Amazon and Flipkart boosted discounts to challenge Blinkit and Zepto, sparking a price war in India’s quick commerce sector.

flag In early 2026, India’s quick commerce sector saw intensified price competition as Amazon and Flipkart increased discounts to challenge leaders Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy’s Instamart. flag Platform-wide discounts rose to 55% in January, with Amazon Now’s discounts jumping to 57%, matching Zepto’s levels. flag Blinkit, despite being market leader, cut delivery fees in major cities after losing share, while Reliance’s JioMart expanded rapidly with 800 dark stores and 1.6 million daily orders. flag Industry sources cite deep-pocketed players using financial strength and cross-platform integration to drive customer acquisition, with price remaining the primary factor for trial and repeat use. flag Executives describe the environment as “irrational,” raising concerns over margin sustainability, as firms like Swiggy and Eternal hold large cash reserves but face pressure to defend market share.

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