Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN)'s upcoming Prime Day sale event could drive more than $21 billion in sales, according to Bank of America analysts. This is driven by Amazon’s decision to extend the sale to 96 hours, double last year’s duration, starting July 8. This would represent an almost 60% increase compared to last year's Prime Day results and would account for more than 10% of Amazon's anticipated gross merchandise volume for the third quarter. Specifically, they project first-party sales will rise by 55% year over year to reach $11.5 billion, while third-party sales could increase by 67% to $10 billion. "By extending the duration of savings, it indicates that Amazon possesses enhanced retail logistics capabilities to provide promotions, and that inventory levels are not a limiting factor," the analysts wrote in a research note,” they wrote. The analysts added that a longer Prime Day could pressure profit margins if shoppers focus on low-margin products or if aggressive promotions cut into earnings.
Amazon has been quietly stacking the bricks of its robotics empire for years. Sentiment is only just building that "robotics will be the new AI," and Amazon is way ahead. Regulatory decisions in the medium and long term are likely to constrain Amazon's robotics returns, but these risks are not unique and are surmountable with patience and capital discipline. Amazon's valuation is slightly high right now, but it's still a strong investment, due to expanding earnings growth rates and a strong macroeconomic backdrop.
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Specialty Retail Industry | Consumer Cyclical Sector | Andrew R. Jassy CEO | XSTU Exchange | US0231351067 ISIN |
US Country | 1,560,000 Employees | - Last Dividend | 6 Jun 2022 Last Split | 15 May 1997 IPO Date |
Amazon.com, Inc. is a multinational conglomerate that focuses on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. It was founded in 1994 and has its headquarters in Seattle, Washington. Amazon has established itself as a leader in the online retail world, providing an extensive range of consumer products, advertising solutions, and subscription services. The company operates on a global scale, with key market segments in North America and International territories, along with its Amazon Web Services (AWS) sector, which offers advanced cloud computing solutions. Amazon's mission encompasses the retail sale of consumer products and services through online and physical outlets, manufacturing of electronic devices, content production, and provision of a platform for sellers, content creators, and developers.