Amazon (AMZN) Close to $3 Trillion Market Cap, Within 5.5%
Published on 5/17/2026

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Summarized by AI from the source belowAmazon (AMZN) reached an all-time high market cap of $2.84 trillion on May 5, 2026, just 5.5% short of the $3 trillion milestone. The stock has increased by 33% over the past three months, bolstered by a robust 17% increase in net sales during the first quarter. Notably, Amazon Web Services (AWS) saw a 28% rise in net sales, contributing significantly to profitability with an operating margin exceeding 35%. This growth positions Amazon favorably as it aims to join an exclusive group of companies with a $3 trillion market cap.
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