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Amazon Earnings Sparks Market Rebound

AWS Growth Sends Amazon Shares Higher October 31, 2025
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Changes in the Market are on display Earnings momentum returns as Amazon’s cloud business surges.

Good Morning,

Markets are climbing to new highs after Amazon’s strong earnings and cloud growth reignited optimism across tech. The report eased fears of an industry slowdown and helped offset caution around rising Treasury yields and global trade tensions. If you’re indexed to the S&P or hold big AI names, this is one to watch.

AI-driven job cuts loom as Goldman Sachs projects an 11% workforce reduction within three years, Chipotle resists discounting despite softer Gen Z demand, and the U.S. and China strike a one-year tariff truce that offers short-term relief amid China’s deeper economic challenges.

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📈 Yesterday's Market Recap

Markets showed resilience yesterday with a modest uptick, driven by select earnings beats despite lingering housing sector woes. Key indices closed in the green as investors digested mixed corporate results and awaited further economic data.


  • Builders FirstSource Beats Expectations: BLDR posted Q3 adjusted EPS of $1.88, topping forecasts, though sales dipped 6.9% year-over-year. → Benzinga

  • Meta's Intraday Surge: META climbed 2.61% to an intraday high of $680.96 after a bullish 'Power Inflow' signal. → Seeking Alpha

  • Ventas Revenue Soars: VTR reported a 20.44% revenue increase to $1.49B, with EPS beating estimates by $0.07. → Fortune


📉 Daily Performance Snapshot

Index/Asset Closing Value Change
S&P 500 6,822.34 -0.99%
Nasdaq 23,581.15 -1.57%
Dow Jones 47,522.12 -0.23%
Gold $4022.20 +0.16%
Crude Oil $60.35 -0.36%
Bitcoin $110,259 +0.76%
10-yr Treasury Yield 4.093% +0.86%

🔭 What to Watch Today

Today’s calendar brings potential market movers from earnings to policy signals. Keep an eye on these developments for clues on where sentiment might shift.

  • Exxon Mobil Earnings: After beating Q3 estimates with $7.55B in profit, watch for guidance on oil production and pricing. → ABC News
  • Fed Rate Cut Speculation: CME FedWatch shows 66.8% odds of a December cut; any Fed commentary today could sway markets. → Benzinga
  • APEC Summit Fallout: Xi Jinping’s trade cooperation remarks post-Trump meeting may influence U.S.-China stock sentiment. → CNBC

  • 💡 Opportunity Watch

    Amid shutdown chaos and tech surges, a few plays stand out for sharp-eyed investors looking to capitalize on current trends.

    • Nvidia (NVDA): Hitting a $5T valuation on AI chip demand, this stock remains a leader in the tech boom. → Fox Business
    • Amazon (AMZN): Post-earnings spike of 12.4% suggests momentum; cloud and retail strength could drive further gains. → Benzinga
    • Coinbase (COIN): Crypto-friendly policies and strong Q3 revenue of $1.87B make this a play on digital asset growth. → Stocktwits

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    🔥 The Big Bullet

    Amazon’s Stock Surges After Strong Earnings and Cloud Growth

    What happened: Amazon’s latest earnings report showed a large revenue beat and stronger-than-expected performance from its cloud unit, Amazon Web Services (AWS). The results sent shares soaring as investors cheered both top- and bottom-line growth. Amazon’s e-commerce segment also saw solid gains, driven by holiday season preparation and Prime member growth. The company’s cost controls and advertising segment added to the upbeat tone. After the announcement, the stock jumped sharply in after-hours trading, reflecting renewed optimism about the tech giant’s profitability heading into the final quarter of the year.


    Why it matters: The report signals a potential turnaround in large-cap tech momentum after a volatile quarter for the broader market. Investors had been wary of slowing consumer spending and rising competition in cloud services. Strong AWS growth reassured analysts that Amazon remains competitive despite rivals like Microsoft and Google investing heavily in AI infrastructure. The company’s results also boosted confidence in the broader tech sector, which has been under pressure amid margin concerns and rising capital expenditures. Amazon’s performance contrasts with Microsoft’s recent dip following its own AI spending announcements, suggesting that investors still reward disciplined growth over aggressive expansion.

    What’s next: Markets will be watching how Amazon manages its cloud pricing strategy as competition intensifies and demand for AI-driven services grows. Analysts expect AWS to continue leading profit margins, but future capital spending plans could test investor patience. The company’s next major catalyst will be its holiday shopping update and any early insights into 2026 advertising growth. Meanwhile, broader market sentiment will hinge on whether this strong showing helps steady the tech-heavy Nasdaq, which has been trending lower amid sector-wide pullbacks. Sustained performance from Amazon could set the tone for the final weeks of the year’s earnings season.


    Reader Feedback

    Yesterday, I asked you: Who do you think deserves most of the credit (or blame) for Nvidia’s massive rise? The majority of you at 39% said "The AI hype and media buzz."

    Rebecca from New Jersey replied: "It's all because of the media. If they weren't bringing so much attention to it, this wouldn't have happened."

    Here's what I'm asking you today:

    Amazon’s earnings blew past expectations. What do you think this really means for investors?

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    🧭 Policy & Market Ripples

    • AI Layoff Fears Grow: Goldman Sachs survey predicts an 11% headcount cut over three years due to AI, with finance hit hardest. Fed Chair Powell is watching closely. → Fortune
    • Chipotle Stands Firm on Pricing: CEO rejects discounts despite Gen Z dining out less, betting on brand equity over short-term traffic gains. → Benzinga
    • China-US Trade Truce: A one-year tariff easing with China includes soybean purchases, but deeper domestic issues cloud Beijing's outlook. → GFMag

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