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An operating expense is an expense a business incurs through its normal business operations. Often abbreviated as OPEX.

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Shares outstanding refer to a company's stock currently held by all its shareholders, including share blocks held by institutional investors and restricted shares owned by the company's officers and insiders.

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Also known as Price/Sales Ratio. Calculated using Average market cap for the quarter / Annualized quarterly revenue.

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Amazon

AbeBooks is an e-commerce global online marketplace with seven national domains that offers Books, Fine Art, and Collectibles from sellers in 50+ countries.

Abebooks

Zappos.com is an online shoe and clothing shop based in Las Vegas, Nevada.  In July 2009, the company announced that Amazon.com would acquire it in an all-stock deal worth about $1.2 billion.

Zappos

Pill Pack is an online pharmacy offering a modern technology-based system that helps people take timely medication.

Pill Pack

Goodreads is a "social cataloging" website that allows individuals to freely search its database of books, annotations, and reviews. Users can sign up and register books to generate library catalogs and reading lists. They can also create their own groups of book suggestions, surveys, polls, blogs, and discussions. The website's offices are located in San Francisco. The company is currently owned by the online retailer Amazon.

Goodreads

Alexa Internet, Inc. is an American company based in California that provides commercial web traffic data and analytics. It is a subsidiary of Amazon.

alexa.com

Double Helix Games is an American video game developer based in Irvine, California, founded in 2007 through two mergers of Foundation 9 studios, The Collective and Shiny Entertainment. The studio was acquired by Amazon.com on February 5, 2014. The studio's first release was Silent Hill: Homecoming for the PlayStation 3 and the Xbox 360.

Double Helix Games

Quidsi was an online speciality retailer. In March 2017, Amazon.com announced their intention to shut down Diapers.com and all other Quidsi sites on April 19, 2017, due to the businesses being unprofitable. On April 20, 2017, Diapers.com, Soap.com, Wag.com, BeautyBar.com, Casa.com, and YoYo.com were relocated to new sites located on Amazon.com which can be accessed by their former URL. Quidsi.com redirects to Amazon.com.

Quidsi

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a subsidiary of Amazon.com that provides on-demand cloud computing platforms to individuals, companies and governments, on a paid subscription basis. The technology allows subscribers to have at their disposal a virtual cluster of computers, available all the time, through the Internet. AWS's version of virtual computers emulate most of the attributes of a real computer including hardware (CPU(s) & GPU(s) for processing, local/RAM memory, hard-disk/SSD storage); a choice of operating systems; networking; and pre-loaded application software such as web servers, databases, CRM, etc. Each AWS system also virtualizes its console I/O (keyboard, display, and mouse), allowing AWS subscribers to connect to their AWS system using a modern browser. The browser acts as a window into the virtual computer, letting subscribers log-in, configure and use their virtual systems just as they would a real physical computer. They can choose to deploy their AWS systems to provide internet-based services for themselves and their customers.

Amazon Web Services

Shopbop is is a US online fashion apparel and accessories shop opened in 1999. It has been a subsidiary of Amazon.com since 2006. In September 2013 Shopbop opened the East Dane contemporary menswear website.

SHOPBOP

Twitch

Audible is a seller and producer of spoken audio entertainment, information, and educational programming on the Internet. Audible sells digital audiobooks, radio and TV programs, and audio versions of magazines and newspapers. Through its production arm, Audible Studios, Audible has also become the world's largest producer of downloadable audiobooks. Audible's content is only accessible through special proprietary closed software, including unauthorized-playback prevention by means of an Audible user name and password.

Audible

IMDb, also known as Internet Movie Database, is an online database of information related to world films, television programs, home videos and video games, and internet streams, including cast, production crew, personnel and fictional character biographies, plot summaries, trivia, and fan reviews and ratings. An additional fan feature, message boards, was abandoned in February, 2017. The database is owned and operated by IMDb.com, Inc., a subsidiary of Amazon. As of December 2017, IMDb has approximately 4.7 million titles (including episodes) and 8.3 million personalities in its database,as well as 83 million registered users. The movie and talent pages of IMDb are accessible to all internet users, but a registration process is necessary to contribute information to the site.

imdb.com

Amazon.com, Inc. is a multinational technology company, which engages in providing online retail shopping services. It operates through the following segments: North America, International, and Amazon Web Services (AWS). The North America segment is involved in the retail sales of consumer products including from sellers and subscriptions through North America-focused online and physical stores. The International segment focuses on the amounts earned from retail sales of consumer products including from sellers and subscriptions through internationally focused online stores. The AWS segment includes global sales of computer, storage, database, and other services for start-ups, enterprises, government agencies, and academic institutions. The company was founded by Jeffrey P. Bezos in July 1994 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA.

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Amazon reports solid Q4 earnings, focuses on strategic investments

Amazon's Q4 2022 performance showcased strong revenue growth, particularly in stores business and AWS, despite operational challenges.
The company's strengths include a focus on customer value, strategic investments, and commitment to long-term growth.
Challenges include AWS growth fluctuations, cost optimization efforts, and shifting investment priorities.
Opportunities exist in enhancing Prime membership, expanding international e-commerce, and investing in innovative technologies for future growth.

Amazon reports strong Q1 earnings, eyes AI and healthcare growth

Amazon's Q1 2023 showcased solid revenue growth, operational income, and cash flow, driven by a focus on cost optimization and productivity enhancements.
Strengths lie in AWS differentiation, international growth, and strong performance in the grocery business, while challenges include lower capital investments and market testing for Amazon Fresh.
Opportunities in AI, healthcare, and internet connectivity present avenues for future growth, with a positive outlook for AWS and continued focus on cost optimization.

Amazon surpasses Q2 revenue targets, focuses on AI and growth

Amazon's Q2 2023 performance exceeded expectations, driven by cost efficiencies, same-day fulfillment expansion, and AWS growth. The company's strengths lie in customer-centric strategies, AI investments, and improving retail margins. Challenges include cautious expansion and balancing cost optimizations with growth. Opportunities include Amazon Business growth, enhanced delivery options, and continued focus on generative AI.

Amazon excels in Q3 earnings, eyes AI and Prime Video growth

Amazon's Q3 performance reflects robust revenue growth and operational efficiency improvements. The company's strengths lie in its fulfillment network optimization, AWS growth, and upcoming Prime Video ad offerings. Challenges include international operations and industry GPU shortages, while opportunities exist in AI, robotics, and Prime Video monetization.

Amazon reports robust Q4 earnings, eyes growth in AI and advertising

Amazon's Q4 2023 earnings reflect strong financial performance, operational efficiency, and strategic growth across key segments like AWS, advertising, and generative AI.
While facing challenges in increased CapEx and capital structure decisions, the company's focus on innovation, cost optimization, and global expansion positions it well for future growth.
Opportunities in advertising, generative AI applications, and diverse business segments present avenues for Amazon to enhance customer experience, drive revenue, and solidify its market position.

Amazon reports stellar Q1 earnings, eyes growth in advertising and grocery

Amazon's Q1 2024 earnings call highlighted exceptional financial performance, driven by revenue growth, operating income surge, and a focus on customer-centric initiatives. The company's strengths in advertising, AWS, and innovation underscore its competitive edge and strategic positioning in the market. While facing challenges in balancing investments and profitability, Amazon remains optimistic about growth opportunities in the grocery business, international markets, and advertising segments.

Amazon reports stellar Q2 earnings driven by AWS and innovation

Amazon's Q2 2024 earnings reflect robust financial performance, driven by strong revenue growth, particularly in AWS and advertising segments.
The company's focus on innovation, cost efficiency, and customer-centric solutions positions it well for future growth and market leadership.
While facing challenges from evolving consumer trends and competitive pressures, Amazon has opportunities to leverage its technological advancements and market position for continued success.
Overall, Amazon's strategic investments in key areas like AI, cloud services, and healthcare present a promising outlook for sustained growth and profitability.

Amazon reports robust Q3 earnings, eyes AI innovation for growth

Amazon's Q3 2024 performance reflects strong revenue growth, operational efficiency improvements, and a strategic focus on advertising and AWS.
While facing challenges in international profitability and robotics implementation, Amazon is well-positioned to capitalize on AI initiatives and consumer behavior trends.
Opportunities lie in leveraging cost-saving measures, enhancing delivery speeds, and driving innovation through AI to sustain growth and competitive advantage.

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Alphabet

Besides its online shopping business, Amazon operates the leading cloud service provider. In addition to its massive digital advertising unit, Alphabet has its hands in streaming and cloud computing.

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American Express

Visa

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Alphabet Inc.'s GOOGL GOOG Google and Salesforce.com Inc. CRM are stepping up efforts to win business customers during OpenAI's calamitous corporate coup over the past several days. While OpenAI Chief Executive Sam Altman bounced between the company and primary investor Microsoft Corp. MSFT, Google's sales team launched a campaign to persuade customers to switch from OpenAI through matching pricing and cloud credits.

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Disney

Microsoft

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NVIDIA

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Amazon stock bounced back from a mini-sell-off on Tuesday to book a net gain in share price on Wednesday. Investors unnerved by stock gifts and sales from company founder Jeff Bezos may now realize that Bezos retains a huge interest in Amazon.com stock.

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Amazon's (AMZN) AWS is chosen by Yellow.ai as the preferred public cloud provider, bolstering AWS's customer base.

Amazon (AMZN) AWS Picked by Yellow.ai, Boosts Clientele

Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN)'s shares have climbed 71% so far in 2022 but analysts at Jefferies see more upside due to an improving outlook for its Amazon Web Services (AWS) unit and its enhancing position in artificial intelligence. From its Tuesday's close at $144, the analysts noted that Amazon has another 22% to go to meet their $175 price target.

Amazon stock presents a “holiday bargain,” says Jefferies

Rumors that Jeff Bezos will sell $1 billion in Amazon stock spooked investors yesterday. The truth is that Bezos is probably selling $1 billion of Amazon stock -- and possibly even more.

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You will be able to buy a car on Amazon starting next year.

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Amazon Gives People Even More of a Reason to Sign Up for Prime: Affordable Healthcare

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Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) recently hit a new 52-week high amid a broader market rally, driven by the momentum gained after its robust Q3 earnings report.

Insider trading alert: Jeff Bezos may sell up to 10 million Amazon shares

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Hedge funds went all-in on the “Magnificent Seven” this year, defying warnings from Wall Street analysts.

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Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN) founder Jeff Bezos may sell as many as 8 million to 10 million of his Amazon shares, which would amount to more than $1 billion worth of stock, CNBC reported on Tuesday.  The sale would be in addition to the $240 million worth of Amazon shares he sold last week, US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings revealed.

Jeff Bezos to sell Amazon shares worth $1B: report

A report says Jeff Bezos, Amazon's founder, could be selling more stock of the e-commerce and tech company.

Amazon Stock Is Falling. This Could Be a Reason Why.

Jeff Bezos made a sizable gift to charity last week in the form of Amazon stock. A "source" suggests the billionaire is disposing of another large swath of shares.

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