Why Wall Street Still Can’t Ignore Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN)

Why Wall Street Still Can’t Ignore Amazon. com, Inc. (AMZN) Rameen Kasana Sat, May 23, 2026 at 4:52 PM GMT+2 2 min read AMZN Amazon.

com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN ) is among the most traded US stocks so far in 2026 . On May 20, Wells Fargo slightly trimmed the price target on Amazon.

com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) to $312, down from $313, and reiterated an Overweight rating. According to the firm, market confidence is strengthening in companies directly monetizing compute investments through their cloud businesses.

This is supported by increasing cloud revenues, improving margins, and robust backlog growth. Earlier on May 14, TD Cowen maintained a Buy rating and a price target of $350 on Amazon. com, Inc.

(NASDAQ:AMZN) after the launch of a 30-minute grocery delivery service. From fresh groceries to household essentials, the Amazon Now service delivers a range of items in 30 minutes or less. Amazon.

com Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) Collaborates with Databricks on Generative AI, Aiming for Competitive Edge in Cost and Performance with AWS Ken Wolter / Shutterstock. com As stated by the senior vice president, Amazon Worldwide Operations, Udit Madan, “With thousands of items available for ultra-fast delivery, you can get everything from groceries for dinner, to AirPods before a flight, to household essentials like laundry detergent or toothpaste delivered right to your door.

” Overall, Amazon. com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) is a Buy among 96% of the analysts covering the stock.

The one-year median price target of $319. 50 reflects upside potential of approximately 19%. Supported by a ROE (ttm) of 24.

29%, Amazon. com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) is among the most traded US stocks so far in 2026.

Amazon. com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) is a Washington-based company that offers consumer products, advertising, and subscription services through both online and physical stores.

Founded in 1994, the company operates through North America, International, and Amazon Web Services segments. While we acknowledge the potential of AMZN as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock .

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