Andy Jassy spent earnings week making promises about AI. According to the article, investors read something different in the numbers.
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| Market | US stocks |
|---|---|
| Sector | Consumer Discretionary |
| Industry | Broadline Retail |
| Market cap | $2.6T |
| Close on 10/30/2026 | 240.47 |
| Change that session | -1.36% |
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