The history and timeline of Amazon's Whole Foods Market grocery store chain acquisition

• Amazon acquired Whole Foods Market in 2017 for $13.7 billion.
• Before the purchase, Whole Foods had seen declining sales for several quarters.
• Warren Buffett and Albertsons were two other potential buyers who said no to the opportunity.

Amazon acquired Whole Foods Market in 2017 for $13.7 billion after the grocery store chain ran into some financial trouble and sought a buyer.