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14 Jun 2026, 11:30 UTC · 2h ago

Better Stock to Buy Now: Amazon vs. Microsoft

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Amazon Web Services (AWS) generated 59% of Amazon's operating profits in Q1 despite providing only 21% of total revenue. — Highlights the extreme profitability and critical nature of the cloud segment relative to the low-margin retail business.
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Microsoft's cloud unit grew 40% year-over-year, marking its fastest-growing individual business unit. — Strong growth in a high-margin sector indicates continued scaling and competitive strength in the AI/cloud race.
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Amazon's cash from operations grew 53% year-over-year, significantly outpacing Microsoft's 26% growth. — Suggests a rapid shift in Amazon's profit mix toward high-margin services, improving the company's overall valuation profile.
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