Amazon releases first-quarter 2026 financial results after the market closes on April 29. Analysts forecast revenue to reach approximately $177 billion, representing a 14% year-over-year increase. Expected earnings per share stand at about $1.63.
Investors are monitoring Amazon Web Services and the advertising division as primary profit drivers. AWS growth is expected to accelerate into the mid-20% range. Surging demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure fuels this cloud expansion. The advertising segment is also projected to show resilient growth.
The report serves as a barometer for global e-commerce and the technology sector. Results will indicate the sustainability of current AI-driven growth trends. Amazon stock has gained over 14% year-to-date ahead of the announcement.