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NASDAQ:AMZN 10 March 2026 - 9 April 2026

Dow Jones Today: Industrial Average Climbs as Oil Retreats, but Inflation Risk Keeps Wall Street Wary

Dow Jones Today: Industrial Average Climbs as Oil Retreats, but Inflation Risk Keeps Wall Street Wary

The Dow Jones rose 247.66 points to 48,155.97 by midday Thursday, following a surge linked to signs of Middle East de-escalation and Israeli plans for peace talks with Lebanon. Oil prices fell over $4 a barrel after Netanyahu’s remarks, but remain 40% above pre-conflict levels. Amazon climbed 4.3% on strong AI revenue. Traders now see only a 30% chance of a Fed rate cut by year-end, down from 56%.
9 April 2026
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US Stock Market Today: Wall Street Rises Again, but Oil and Fed Fears Keep the Rally on Edge

US Stock Market Today: Wall Street Rises Again, but Oil and Fed Fears Keep the Rally on Edge

The Dow rose 337 points, or 0.7%, by 1 p.m. Thursday as oil prices retreated after Israel announced direct talks with Lebanon and hopes for a U.S.-Iran ceasefire steadied markets. Amazon shares climbed on news its AWS AI services topped $15 billion in annualized revenue. The Fed signaled possible rate hikes if inflation persists. Oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz remained sharply reduced.
9 April 2026
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Amazon Stock Rises After Andy Jassy Reveals AWS AI Revenue, Defends $200 Billion Spend

Amazon Stock Rises After Andy Jassy Reveals AWS AI Revenue, Defends $200 Billion Spend

Amazon shares rose 5% Thursday after CEO Andy Jassy revealed AWS’s AI services are generating over $15 billion annually and its chip business more than $20 billion. Jassy said much of AWS’s $200 billion in planned 2026 spending is backed by customer commitments, including a $100 billion OpenAI deal. He also highlighted deep job cuts and a push for smaller teams. Amazon now operates over 1 million robots and plans to launch its Leo satellite network in mid-2026.
9 April 2026
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Amazon Stock Could Jump 50% as Wall Street Reconsiders Its $200 Billion AI Bet

Amazon Stock Could Jump 50% as Wall Street Reconsiders Its $200 Billion AI Bet

Amazon closed at $213.77 Tuesday, with BNP Paribas maintaining a $320 price target, citing strong AI demand despite Amazon’s planned $200 billion capex for 2026. The company’s February forecast of higher spending sent shares down 11.5% after hours, even as AWS revenue rose 24% to $35.6 billion in the December quarter. Alphabet and Microsoft are also ramping up AI infrastructure spending.
8 April 2026
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Nvidia Stock Edges Up, but Broadcom’s Google TPU Deal Raises Stakes in AI Chip Race

Nvidia Stock Edges Up, but Broadcom’s Google TPU Deal Raises Stakes in AI Chip Race

Broadcom announced a multiyear deal to develop Google’s next-generation TPUs and supply AI rack components through 2031. Nvidia shares rose 0.3% premarket, while Broadcom jumped 6.3% after the news. Anthropic said it will access 3.5 gigawatts of TPU compute from 2027 and reported Claude’s run-rate revenue above $30 billion. Analysts say custom ASICs could begin taking AI inference share from Nvidia starting in 2027.
8 April 2026
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Amazon Sellers Face 3.5% Fuel Surcharge Starting April 17 as Iran War Drives Up Delivery Costs

Amazon Sellers Face 3.5% Fuel Surcharge Starting April 17 as Iran War Drives Up Delivery Costs

Amazon will add a 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge to U.S. and Canadian fulfillment fees for many third-party sellers starting April 17, citing surging energy costs as Brent crude neared $110 a barrel. The fee, averaging 17 cents per unit, applies to Fulfillment by Amazon and related services. USPS, FedEx, and UPS have also raised surcharges. Amazon last imposed a similar fee in 2022.
6 April 2026
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OpenAI Opens Door to Retail Investors as $852 Billion Valuation Raises IPO Stakes

OpenAI Opens Door to Retail Investors as $852 Billion Valuation Raises IPO Stakes

OpenAI closed a $122 billion funding round at an $852 billion valuation and raised over $3 billion from individual investors. The company said its shares will be included in several ARK Invest ETFs ahead of a possible IPO. Reuters reported OpenAI is shifting resources toward Codex and enterprise tools after pressure from Google and Anthropic. Amazon, Nvidia, SoftBank, and Microsoft participated in the round.
2 April 2026
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US Stock Market This Week: Dow Enters Correction as S&P 500, Nasdaq Sink on Oil Shock

US Stock Market This Week: Dow Enters Correction as S&P 500, Nasdaq Sink on Oil Shock

The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 793.47 points Friday, entering correction territory as U.S. stocks closed at seven-month lows and capped five straight weekly losses. Megacap tech and consumer shares led declines, with Nvidia down 2.2% and Amazon off 4%. Oil prices surged amid Middle East tensions, while consumer sentiment dropped and inflation expectations rose.
28 March 2026
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Amazon Stock (AMZN) Drops Toward $200 as Nasdaq Correction Revives AI Spending Fears

Amazon Stock (AMZN) Drops Toward $200 as Nasdaq Correction Revives AI Spending Fears

Amazon shares fell 3.9% to $199.34 Friday, among the steepest drops in the S&P 500, as investors sold off major tech and consumer discretionary stocks. The decline followed concerns over Amazon’s rising capital spending, with 2026 outlays projected at $200 billion, and recent disruptions to AWS operations linked to Middle East conflict. Microsoft and Alphabet also dropped more than 2% each.
27 March 2026
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Amazon Stock (AMZN) Falls 2% as Nasdaq Correction Overshadows Fresh AWS Bull Calls

Amazon Stock (AMZN) Falls 2% as Nasdaq Correction Overshadows Fresh AWS Bull Calls

Amazon shares fell 2% to $207.54 in late New York trading Thursday as the Nasdaq entered correction territory, dropping 2.38%. Wall Street firms including Citi and JPMorgan raised Amazon price targets this week, citing strong AWS outlook, but concerns persist over Amazon’s planned $200 billion in 2026 capital spending and recent cloud disruptions linked to Middle East conflict.
26 March 2026
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Microsoft Stock Price Today: Why MSFT Lags Wall Street’s Rebound Near an 11-Month Low

Microsoft Stock Price Today: Why MSFT Lags Wall Street’s Rebound Near an 11-Month Low

Microsoft shares traded near $370 by midday Wednesday, down about 0.7% despite a broader tech rally, after closing Tuesday at an 11-month low. The drop followed news of a major Texas data-center lease and fresh analyst target cuts, with Melius lowering its price target to $400 and UBS to $510. Nvidia and Amazon rose over 1.5% at the same time. President Brad Smith cited growing local resistance to data-center projects.
25 March 2026
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Why Amazon Stock Price Fell 1.4%: AWS Bahrain Trouble Revives AI-Spending Concerns

Why Amazon Stock Price Fell 1.4%: AWS Bahrain Trouble Revives AI-Spending Concerns

Amazon shares fell 1.4% to $207.24 Tuesday, about 20% below their 52-week high, as the company faces $200 billion in planned 2026 capital spending, much for AI infrastructure. AWS operations in Bahrain were disrupted by drone activity, the second such incident in a month. The Nasdaq dropped 0.84% amid rising oil prices and Treasury yields. Amazon told AWS customers to migrate to other regions but gave no recovery timeline.
24 March 2026
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Amazon stock price jumps as Wall Street rethinks $200 billion AI bet

Amazon stock price jumps as Wall Street rethinks $200 billion AI bet

Amazon shares rose 2.3% to $210.14 on Monday, outpacing the S&P 500 and Nasdaq after a bullish analyst note and a Wall Street rebound. The gain follows an 11% drop this year amid scrutiny of Amazon’s $200 billion AI-driven capex plan. AWS revenue rose 24% last quarter to $35.6 billion, but rivals grew faster. Amazon raised $54 billion in bonds this month to fund expansion.
24 March 2026
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Can Vanguard’s VTI ETF Really Turn $1,000 Into $1.39 Million? Why the Total Stock Market Fund Is Back in Focus

Can Vanguard’s VTI ETF Really Turn $1,000 Into $1.39 Million? Why the Total Stock Market Fund Is Back in Focus

Vanguard’s Total Stock Market ETF (VTI) traded at $327.69 in New York Monday, up $7.35, as Wall Street rebounded after President Trump postponed strikes on Iranian infrastructure. VTI held $586.3 billion in assets as of Feb. 28 with a 0.03% expense ratio. Despite recent declines—down 4.45% year to date—analysts highlighted long-term growth potential based on past decade averages.
23 March 2026
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QuantumScape Stock Price Falls 4% as Oil Shock, Rising Rates Hit EV Battery Plays

QuantumScape Stock Price Falls 4% as Oil Shock, Rising Rates Hit EV Battery Plays

SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 with 29 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral on Sunday, marking its 37th mission of 2026. The company now has over 10,000 active Starlink satellites in orbit. Amazon plans its next Atlas V launch for its rival Leo network from Cape Canaveral on March 29. NASA and astronomers have raised concerns about satellite light pollution affecting space observations.
22 March 2026
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Why Amazon Stock Price Is Slipping Despite a Court Win and New AI Deal

Why Amazon Stock Price Is Slipping Despite a Court Win and New AI Deal

Amazon shares fell 0.7% to $208.11 Friday despite a Luxembourg court overturning an $854 million privacy fine and a new AWS-AI chip partnership with Cerebras. Investors remained cautious amid Amazon’s $200 billion spending plan and broader tech market weakness. Amazon declined to comment on reports it may move Prime Day to June. Regulatory and operational pressures persist.
13 March 2026
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Amazon Stock Price Today: Why AMZN Slipped Despite a New AI Deal, Prime Day Shift and EU Court Win

Amazon Stock Price Today: Why AMZN Slipped Despite a New AI Deal, Prime Day Shift and EU Court Win

Amazon shares fell 0.9% to $207.74 by midday Friday after AWS announced a new partnership with Cerebras Systems, as investors weigh the cost of Amazon’s $200 billion AI expansion. The company borrowed $54 billion globally this week. A Luxembourg court overturned Amazon’s record $854 million privacy fine. Italian prosecutors are seeking trial over alleged €1.2 billion tax evasion despite a settlement.
13 March 2026
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Amazon Stock Price Falls Again as Italy Tax Case, AI Costs Keep AMZN Under Pressure

Amazon Stock Price Falls Again as Italy Tax Case, AI Costs Keep AMZN Under Pressure

Amazon shares fell 1.4% to $209.77 Thursday as investors weighed new legal and regulatory challenges and ongoing concerns over heavy AI-related spending. Milan prosecutors requested a trial over alleged €1.2 billion VAT evasion, and Senator Elizabeth Warren pressed CEO Andy Jassy on pricing practices. Amazon moved to raise $37 billion in a bond sale, drawing strong demand from debt buyers.
12 March 2026
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India Cooking Gas Shortage Deepens as Iran War Hits LPG Supplies, Sparks Rush for Induction Stoves

India Cooking Gas Shortage Deepens as Iran War Hits LPG Supplies, Sparks Rush for Induction Stoves

India invoked emergency powers to divert LPG from commercial users to households after Gulf war disruptions cut supplies, forcing restaurants and hostels to limit hot food. Imports from the US, Norway, Canada, and Russia are underway. Appliance makers reported a surge in induction stove sales as shortages hit. The environment ministry allowed restaurants to use biomass, kerosene, and coal for a month to ease pressure.
12 March 2026
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Amazon bond sale could hit $42 billion as AI spending race intensifies

Amazon bond sale could hit $42 billion as AI spending race intensifies

Amazon is seeking $37 billion to $42 billion in a bond sale across dollars and euros, with U.S. orders reaching $126 billion, Bloomberg reported. The dollar portion was increased to $37 billion, with a 10 billion euro sale expected Wednesday, according to the Financial Times. Amazon plans $200 billion in capital expenditures this year, up from $131 billion in 2025. The company last raised $15 billion in November.
10 March 2026
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  • Oil Prices Drop as U.S. Blocks Iranian Shipping Amid Diplomatic Efforts
    April 13, 2026, 9:43 PM EDT. Oil prices declined sharply on Tuesday, with U.S. crude falling over 2% to $96.91 per barrel and Brent slipping nearly 1.9% to $97.49. Traders reacted to the U.S. commencement of a blockade on Iranian ports in the Persian Gulf and ongoing diplomatic signals from Vice President JD Vance, who said the next move depends on Tehran. The blockade threatens around 1.7 million barrels per day of Iranian exports via the Strait of Hormuz, heightened tightness in oil markets according to analysts. Vance emphasized U.S. attempts at peace hinged on Iran meeting conditions, particularly regarding its nuclear program. This backdrop had investors cautiously balancing potential disruption against hopes for renewed talks.

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Marvell Stock Hits Record High After Nvidia’s $2 Billion Move and Amazon AI Chip Push

Marvell Stock Hits Record High After Nvidia’s $2 Billion Move and Amazon AI Chip Push

13 April 2026
Marvell Technology shares rose 2.1% to $131.22 Monday, hitting a record after Nvidia’s $2 billion investment and renewed optimism over Amazon’s AI chip business. The stock earlier touched $135.18. Barclays upgraded Marvell and raised its price target to $150, citing surging demand for optical products in AI data centers. Nvidia and Marvell plan to link custom chips for Nvidia’s NVLink Fusion platform.
Intel Stock Rally Extends as $100 Billion April Run Draws Fresh Wall Street Bets

Intel Stock Rally Extends as $100 Billion April Run Draws Fresh Wall Street Bets

13 April 2026
Intel shares climbed $2.09 to $64.47 by late morning Monday, extending a rally that has added over $100 billion in value across eight sessions. The surge follows a raised price target, new deals with Google and Elon Musk’s Terafab, and Intel’s $14.2 billion buyback of Apollo’s Fab 34 stake. The stock is up 69% in 2026 after an 84% gain last year. Intel reports first-quarter results April 23.
Nebius Stock (NBIS) Jumps as BofA Backs AI Trade, but Downgrade Flags Valuation Risk

Nebius Stock (NBIS) Jumps as BofA Backs AI Trade, but Downgrade Flags Valuation Risk

13 April 2026
Nebius Group shares climbed 7.4% to $155.74 by midday Monday after Bank of America raised its price target to $175, despite Freedom Capital Markets downgrading the stock to Hold. The Amsterdam-based AI infrastructure firm recently secured a five-year deal with Meta worth up to $27 billion and holds over $40 billion in supply contracts with Microsoft and Meta. Nebius also closed $4.34 billion in convertible debt and sold $2 billion in warrants to Nvidia.
Salesforce Stock News: Choreo and Sumitomo Mitsui Cuts Resurface, but the Filings Are Months Old

Salesforce Stock News: Choreo and Sumitomo Mitsui Cuts Resurface, but the Filings Are Months Old

13 April 2026
Salesforce faced renewed attention after reports of stake reductions by Choreo LLC and Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group, based on SEC filings from January that reflected year-end positions. Choreo held 27,733 shares and Sumitomo Mitsui 2,478,864 shares as of December 31. The reported cuts amounted to about 35% and 8.6%, respectively. Salesforce shares rose 3.4% Monday, while broader software stocks remain down for the year.
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