Amazon.com Inc Profit Margin
Data as of August 04, 2026
Profit Margin (TTM)
17.4%
Revenue (TTM)
$765.30B
Sector
Retail
Ticker
AMZN
How It's Calculated
What This Means
Amazon.com Inc's profit margin of 17.4% is solid for many industries, though norms vary widely in Retail.
About Amazon.com Inc
Amazon.com Inc (AMZN) operates in the Retail sector, specifically in Retail. With a market capitalization of about $2.92T, it ranks as a mega-cap stock — one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Shares recently traded near $284.02, within a 52-week range of $196.00 to $278.56 (+2.0% from the high, +44.9% from the low). Beta of 1.47 suggests the stock has been more volatile than the broader market.
Trailing profit margin is about 17.4%, signaling a solid profit margin for its industry.
Understanding This Metric
Profit margin connects income-statement quality to valuation. For Amazon.com Inc, trailing margin summarizes how much revenue converts to net profit after costs. In Retail, margins differ by business model — software and services often run higher margins than capital-intensive industries. Track margin trends across quarters; a stable or improving margin can support earnings durability, while sharp declines may warrant deeper review of guidance and competition.
Using This Number in Practice
At about 17.4% trailing profit margin, Amazon.com Inc (AMZN) is in a range often seen among mature operators in its industry. For large revenue bases, even a one-point margin move can shift earnings materially, so trend matters as much as the spot reading.
When comparing AMZN to alternatives, combine margin with return on equity, revenue growth, and valuation. Use our margin calculator for scenario work, and browse the AMZN metrics hub plus sector peers in the comparison section above.
Sector Comparison
Among Retail names on our S&P 100 coverage, Amazon.com Inc's profit margin of 17.4% can be compared with peers such as WMT (3.1%), COST (3.0%), LOW (7.5%). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Retail stocks.
Key Takeaways
- AMZN is grouped in the Retail sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 1.47 suggests higher-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 17.4% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is AMZN's profit margin?
Trailing profit margin measures net income as a percent of revenue. Amazon.com Inc's margin is about 17.4% on this snapshot — higher margins often support stronger valuation multiples in Retail.
Is 17.4% strong for Retail?
Peers in Retail such as LOW (7.5%), TGT (3.2%), WMT (3.1%) help benchmark AMZN's 17.4%. Margins vary by sub-industry and accounting cycle.
How often is profit margin updated?
Margins update after quarterly earnings; price-only fields refresh on trading days. Data as of August 04, 2026.
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