Amazon poised for AWS-driven upside as Q3 estimates beat consensus
Oct 28, 2026, 12:34 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
Why it may matterVerify against the original reporting
Strong AWS margin upside and continued cloud growth historically precede favorable earnings revisions; multiple banks have raised targets, suggesting potential upside post-prints. Yet the stock trades near mid-range, so the reaction may hinge on the actual AWS margin and backlog details.
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Amazon is expected to report Q3 revenue around $202.3B and EPS of $1.96, with AWS margins near 39%. Analysts expect AWS growth to drive upside, aided by backlog, custom silicon, and Bedrock, while holiday hiring could boost near-term results. The print would reinforce cloud momentum and set up guidance amid macro uncertainty.
Q3 revenue forecast $202.28B; EPS estimate $1.96.
AWS margins seen at 39%; Street at 34.7%.
Backlog, custom silicon, Bedrock watched; holiday hiring could lift results.
AMZN shares around $252; 52-week range 196–287.
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