What's Going On With Amazon.Com Stock Wednesday?
Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri
Amazon.com, Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN) stock rose on Wednesday following reports of founder Jeff Bezos' plans to sell 8-10 million shares, worth over $1 billion. Bezos, who still owns nearly 10% of Amazon, has been increasing his philanthropic efforts and funding his space venture, Blue Origin, by selling Amazon stock annually. Additionally, Amazon is collaborating with the NFL to broadcast a 'Black Friday' football game on Prime Video, featuring exclusive deals and 'shoppable ads' to boost ratings and sales.
November 22, 2023 | 4:44 pm
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Amazon's stock is positively impacted by the news of Bezos' planned share sale and the innovative marketing strategy with the NFL for Black Friday, which could boost consumer engagement and sales.
Jeff Bezos' share sale indicates potential liquidity in the market, which can be seen as a positive sign by investors. The partnership with the NFL for a Black Friday game is a strategic marketing move that could lead to increased sales and customer engagement, further supporting the stock price in the short term.
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