The chart below shows how AMZN performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, AMZN sees a -1.89% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +3.61% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +0.26%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Revenue Increase Analysis: Revenue increased to $158.9 billion, up 11% year-over-year excluding foreign exchange impact.
Record Operating Income Surge: Operating income rose to $17.4 billion, reflecting a 56% year-over-year increase, marking the highest quarterly operating income ever.
Free Cash Flow Surge: Trailing 12-month free cash flow adjusted for equipment finance leases reached $46.1 billion, up 128% or $25.9 billion year-over-year.
Regional Sales Performance: Sales growth of 9% year-over-year in the North America segment and 12% in the international segment, indicating strong performance across regions.
AWS Cloud Services Growth: AWS grew 19.1% year-over-year, now standing at a $110 billion annualized run rate, showcasing significant growth in cloud services.
Negative
Operating Income and Cash Flow Growth: Operating income was $17.4 billion, up 56% year-over-year, trailing 12-month free cash flow adjusted for equipment finance leases was $46.1 billion, up 128% or $25.9 billion year-over-year.
Segment Revenue Growth: The North America segment revenue was $95.5 billion, an increase of 9% year-over-year, while the international segment revenue was $35.9 billion, an increase of 12% year-over-year, indicating a slower growth rate compared to previous quarters.
Third-Party Unit Mix Decline: The third-party unit mix declined a little bit in Q3, which is unusual, suggesting potential challenges in maintaining market share in that segment.
CapEx Investment Strategy: The company anticipates spending approximately $75 billion in CapEx in 2024, indicating a significant investment that may not yield immediate returns.
Increased Retail Competition: There are signs of increased competition from traditional retailers growing quickly online, which could impact Amazon's market share and profitability.
Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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