Moody's O'Shea Says Amazon Has Abundance of Dry Powder

The video discusses Amazon's financial strategies, focusing on its cash reserves, credit profile, and use of leases. It compares Amazon's liquidity and debt management with other retailers like Costco and Walmart, as well as tech giants like Apple and Microsoft. The role of Amazon Web Services (AWS) in Amazon's competitive positioning is highlighted, along with the company's unique approach to funding growth through leasing rather than traditional debt.

Why is it difficult to find comparable companies to Amazon in terms of cash management?

What challenges does Amazon face in maintaining a high level of liquidity compared to other retailers?