Key Highlights:
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Earnings per share (EPS): $1.00 (vs. expected $0.79) - significant year-over-year growth
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Revenue: $169.96 billion (vs. expected $165.95 billion)
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AWS cloud net sales: $24.2 billion (vs. expected $24.22 billion) - slight miss amidst strong growth from competitors
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Physical store sales: $5.15 billion (vs. expected $5.23 billion)
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US sales: $105.51 billion (vs. expected $102.88 billion)
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Profit margin: 7.8% (vs. expected 6.17%)
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Q1 2024 guidance:
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Net sales: $138.08 billion to $143.5 billion (expected $142 billion)
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Operating profit: $8.0 billion to $12 billion (expected $9.12 billion)
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Strong Online Sales and Seller Services Growth:
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AWS Cloud Holds Steady:
While AWS cloud net sales fell slightly short of expectations, the after-market stock rise suggests investors remain confident in its long-term growth potential, especially considering strong showings from competitors like Alphabet and Microsoft.
Rufus and the Future of Shopping:
Amazon's recent announcement regarding its AI shopping assistant, Rufus, further underscores its commitment to innovation and shaping the future of retail.
Overall, Amazon's Q4 2023 results demonstrate strong performance across its core businesses, highlighting its ability to innovate and adapt in a competitive landscape. Shares are up 5% in after-hours trading.
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