> With respect to the rest of your argument, I understood that Amazon makes most of its profit from AWS, while stories about its ruthless exploitation of its wa

> With respect to the rest of your argument, I understood that Amazon makes most of its profit from AWS, while stories about its ruthless exploitation of its warehouse staff are legion. Sure, but from what I understand, businesses generally list goods on Amazon for close to MSRP, possibly for contractual reasons. Some of that certainly pays for Amzazon fees, but where does the rest of the difference from wholesale price go? > Why has no-one "Musked" luxury yachts? Well, for one thing, a luxury yacht is a status symbol. If it became less expensive, more people would be able to afford them, and the wealthy would feel less special about being able to own one. Certainly not the only reason, but I'm sure it's a contributing factor.