Summary
Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN) reported robust financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2021. Total net sales surged by 44% year-over-year to $108.5 billion, driven by strong performance across all segments, particularly North America and International, which saw sales growth of 40% and 60% respectively. Operating income more than doubled, reaching $8.9 billion, with significant contributions from AWS and a notable turnaround in the International segment from a loss to a profit. The company continues to invest heavily in its infrastructure, with capital expenditures increasing substantially, indicating a focus on long-term growth and capacity expansion to meet sustained consumer demand, partly fueled by ongoing pandemic-related behavioral shifts. The company reported a net income of $8.1 billion, a substantial increase from $2.5 billion in the prior year period, translating to diluted earnings per share of $15.79. Despite increased operating expenses, particularly in fulfillment and technology infrastructure, Amazon demonstrated strong operational leverage and cost management. Management anticipates continued sales growth in the second quarter of 2021, albeit at a moderating pace, and expects to incur significant COVID-19 related costs. The company's strong cash flow generation supports its ongoing investments and strategic initiatives.
Financial Highlights
52 data points| Revenue | $108.52B |
| Cost of Revenue | $62.40B |
| Gross Profit | $46.12B |
| Operating Expenses | $99.65B |
| Operating Income | $8.87B |
| Interest Expense | $399.00M |
| Net Income | $8.11B |
| EPS (Basic) | $0.80 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $0.79 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 10.08B |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 10.26B |
Key Highlights
- 1Total net sales increased by 44% to $108.5 billion in Q1 2021 compared to $75.5 billion in Q1 2020.
- 2Operating income more than doubled, rising from $4.0 billion in Q1 2020 to $8.9 billion in Q1 2021.
- 3Net income surged to $8.1 billion ($15.79 per diluted share) from $2.5 billion ($5.01 per diluted share) in the prior year period.
- 4North America segment sales grew 40% to $64.4 billion, while International segment sales grew an impressive 60% to $30.6 billion.
- 5AWS segment sales increased 32% to $13.5 billion, maintaining strong growth.
- 6Capital expenditures significantly increased, with purchases of property and equipment up from $6.8 billion in Q1 2020 to $12.1 billion in Q1 2021, reflecting continued investment in infrastructure.
- 7The company incurred approximately $2.0 billion in COVID-19 related costs in Q1 2021 and expects further impacts in Q2 2021.