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Amazon tops $3 trillion market cap on strong Q2 cloud and AI demand

Aug 3, 2026, 11:23 AM EDT4 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Strong Q2 beat, AI-driven cloud demand, and higher 2026 capex support earnings visibility and multiple expansion; valuation metrics may push higher in the near term, though a consolidation risk exists given peak-level pricing.

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Amazon posted a stronger-than-expected Q2, led by rapid cloud growth fueled by AI demand and boosted by higher capex guidance to $220 billion for 2026. The stock extended its rally, topping a $3 trillion market value and rising about 4%. The result reinforces a durable growth trajectory in AWS and overall profitability, supporting a constructive near-term outlook.

  • Amazon shares hit an all-time high; market cap exceeds $3 trillion.
  • Q2 earnings beat driven by cloud growth and AI demand.
  • EPS $1.97 vs $1.82 est; revenue $200.61B vs $196.47B est.
  • Capex guidance for 2026 raised to $220B due to AI-driven growth.
  • Stock up ~4% on the news; best day since May 5.

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