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Amazon Exceeds Q3 Expectations with Strong Profit and Revenue Growth

The tech giant reports significant gains in advertising and cloud services, driven by investments in AI and infrastructure.

Overview

  • Amazon's Q3 revenue reached $158.9 billion, surpassing analyst expectations and marking an 11% year-over-year increase.
  • The company's net income rose to $15.3 billion, significantly higher than the $9.9 billion reported in the same period last year.
  • Amazon's advertising services saw a 19% year-over-year growth, contributing to a total of $14.3 billion in revenue.
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS) achieved a 19% increase in sales, with operating income rising to $10.4 billion.
  • Investments in AI and infrastructure, including data centers and AI chips, are central to Amazon's growth strategy.