Amazon Stock Rises 6% Following Strong Earnings Report and Positive Q4 Guidance

Written by Justin Wong

November 1, 2024

On Friday, Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN) saw its stock surge by 6% in after-hours trading, driven by a robust earnings report that exceeded analyst expectations. The e-commerce giant posted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.43, significantly outperforming the consensus estimate of $1.16. This positive surprise was coupled with impressive revenue figures, as Amazon reported total revenues of $158.9 billion, surpassing Wall Street’s forecast of $157.29 billion.

A critical component of Amazon’s success came from its cloud computing segment, Amazon Web Services (AWS), which generated revenue of $27.45 billion for the quarter. This figure was largely in line with analysts’ expectations, reflecting AWS’s continued strength amid a competitive landscape. The segment remains a cornerstone of Amazon’s overall business strategy, contributing significantly to its profitability.

Another factor contributing to the stock’s uptick was Amazon’s operating margin, which reached 11%. This performance exceeded the anticipated margin of 9.34%, indicating the company’s effective cost management and operational efficiency. Higher operating margins can lead to increased investor confidence, suggesting that Amazon is not only growing but doing so in a sustainable manner.

Looking ahead, Amazon provided optimistic guidance for the fourth quarter. The company expects revenue to range between $181.5 billion and $188.5 billion, which is higher than analysts’ consensus forecast of $186.36 billion. Additionally, Amazon projected its operating income to fall between $16 billion and $20 billion, compared to Wall Street’s estimate of $17.49 billion. These forward-looking statements further fueled investor enthusiasm and contributed to the stock’s rally.

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