Amazon Riding High After Reporting Record Holiday Season

The transcript discusses Amazon's recent stock performance, highlighting a significant rally with gains over two days. It attributes this success to a record-breaking holiday season, where Amazon capitalized on the shift to e-commerce. The company reported double-digit sales growth, millions of devices sold, and a surge in Prime memberships. Despite initial concerns about heavy investments in same-day shipping, these investments appear to be paying off, as Amazon's stock is now trading above its 200-day moving average, leading to a more positive outlook from investors and analysts.

What was the percentage increase in Amazon's stock following the initial 4.5% gain?

• 1%

• 2.5%

• 1.5%

• 2%

Which factor contributed to Amazon's recent stock rally?

• A new product launch

• A record holiday season announcement

• A merger with another company

• A change in leadership

How many new customers joined Amazon Prime during the holiday season?

• 3 million

• 6 million

• 4 million

• 5 million

What was the growth in one-day and same-day shipments compared to the last holiday season?

• Tripled

• Doubled

• Quadrupled

• Quintupled

What was the initial concern of analysts regarding Amazon's investment?

• Rising competition

• Heavy investment in one-day and same-day shipping

• Decreasing product quality

• High marketing costs