Amazon stock rises after Alexa.com CES 2026 debut as AWS self-driving deal grabs attention
Amazon shares rose 0.5% to $242.06 Wednesday after the company launched Alexa.com and new Alexa+ partnerships at CES 2026. AWS expanded its autonomous-driving partnership with Aumovio, linked to Aurora’s driverless truck plans. A U.S. judge rejected Amazon’s bid to dismiss a COVID-19 price gouging lawsuit. Investors await Amazon’s expected Feb. 5 earnings and Friday’s U.S. jobs report.