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Amazon.com (AMZN) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$251.19 +5.23 (+2.13%)
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Amazon.com - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
3
Buy
56

Based on 59 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Amazon.com in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 59 analysts, 3 have given a hold rating, and 56 have given a buy rating for AMZN.

Consensus Price Target

$321.19
27.87% Upside
According to the 59 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Amazon.com, the average price target is $321.19. The highest price target for AMZN is $400.00, while the lowest price target for AMZN is $200.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 27.87% from the current price of $251.19.
MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.
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AMZN Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
9/17/25 to 9/17/26
1 Month Ago
8/18/25 to 8/18/26
3 Months Ago
6/19/25 to 6/19/26
1 Year Ago
9/17/24 to 9/17/25
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
56 Buy rating(s)
56 Buy rating(s)
57 Buy rating(s)
44 Buy rating(s)
Hold
3 Hold rating(s)
2 Hold rating(s)
3 Hold rating(s)
2 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$321.19$322.56$312.78$264.11
Forecasted Upside27.87% Upside24.33% Upside27.98% Upside14.03% Upside
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate Buy

AMZN Analyst Recommendations By Month

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AMZN Price Targets by Month

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Amazon.com Stock vs. The Competition

TypeAmazon.comConsumer Discretionary CompaniesBroader Market
Consensus Rating Score
2.95
2.19
2.53
Consensus RatingModerate BuyHoldModerate Buy
Predicted Upside28.70% Upside183.96% Upside17.57% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
Positive News

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Positive News
Positive News
DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
9/14/2026
Zacks Research logo
Zacks Research
5 of 5 stars
 DowngradeStrong-BuyHold
9/3/2026
Ken Gawrelski
Ken Gawrelski
1 of 5 stars
Reiterated RatingOverweight$328.00 ➝ $338.00+32.56%
8/28/2026
Evercore Inc logo
Evercore
3 of 5 stars
 Set TargetOutperform$315.00 ➝ $355.00+38.53%
8/20/2026Initiated CoverageBuy$335.00+26.02%
8/14/2026Reiterated RatingMarket Outperform
8/3/2026 Reiterated RatingBuy (B)
8/3/2026Reiterated RatingBuy$325.00+19.67%
8/3/2026 DowngradeStrong-BuyModerate Buy
7/31/2026 Reiterated RatingBuy$315.00 ➝ $325.00+20.69%
7/31/2026 Reiterated RatingOutperform$280.00 ➝ $390.00+44.82%
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7/31/2026Reiterated RatingOutperform
7/31/2026Reiterated RatingOverweight$330.00 ➝ $320.00+35.88%
7/31/2026Set TargetOutperform$320.00 ➝ $330.00+40.13%
7/31/2026Set TargetBuy$305.00 ➝ $318.00+35.03%
7/31/2026Set TargetOutperform$300.00 ➝ $310.00+31.63%
7/31/2026Set TargetOutperform$315.00 ➝ $335.00+42.25%
7/31/2026Reiterated RatingOutperform$315.00 ➝ $320.00+35.88%
7/31/2026 Reiterated RatingBuy$320.00 ➝ $333.00+41.40%
7/31/2026Reiterated RatingOverweight$315.00 ➝ $320.00+35.88%
7/31/2026Reiterated RatingBuy$340.00 ➝ $350.00+48.62%
7/31/2026Reiterated RatingBuy$335.00 ➝ $375.00+59.24%
7/31/2026 Reiterated RatingBuy$310.00+31.63%
7/31/2026Reiterated RatingOverweight$330.00 ➝ $335.00+42.25%
7/31/2026 Reiterated RatingOutperform$315.00+33.76%
7/31/2026Reiterated RatingOverweight$330.00 ➝ $365.00+54.99%
7/31/2026Reiterated RatingNeutral$250.00-7.56%
7/31/2026Boost TargetBuy$310.00 ➝ $320.00+18.18%
7/31/2026Boost TargetOutperform$320.00 ➝ $330.00+21.87%
7/31/2026Boost TargetOutperform$293.00 ➝ $310.00+15.18%
7/31/2026Boost TargetBuy$370.00 ➝ $400.00+48.62%
7/31/2026 Boost TargetBuy$315.00 ➝ $330.00+40.13%
7/31/2026Reiterated RatingMarket Outperform$315.00+33.76%
7/31/2026Boost TargetBuy$320.00 ➝ $350.00+48.62%
7/31/2026Reiterated RatingBuy$300.00+27.39%
7/31/2026Boost TargetOverweight$330.00 ➝ $365.00+54.99%
7/31/2026Boost TargetOverweight$335.00 ➝ $350.00+48.62%
7/28/2026Reiterated RatingOutperform$355.00 ➝ $360.00+56.86%
6/18/2026 Reiterated RatingBuy
5/18/2026 Boost TargetBuy$301.00 ➝ $310.00+15.80%
5/5/2026 Boost TargetOutperform$320.00 ➝ $345.00+24.10%
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5/5/2026 Boost TargetBuy$300.00 ➝ $326.00+17.27%
5/4/2026Boost TargetBuy$295.00 ➝ $320.00+17.69%
5/4/2026 Boost TargetBuy$280.00 ➝ $350.00+28.91%
4/30/2026Reiterated RatingOutperform$275.00 ➝ $325.00+25.71%
4/30/2026Reiterated RatingPositive$300.00 ➝ $325.00+23.56%
4/30/2026Reiterated RatingBuy$300.00 ➝ $320.00+21.65%
4/30/2026Set TargetBuy$294.00 ➝ $319.00+21.27%
4/30/2026 Boost TargetBuy$290.00 ➝ $315.00+19.15%
4/30/2026Boost TargetBuy$300.00 ➝ $330.00+26.40%
4/13/2026 UpgradeBuy
4/9/2026 Reiterated RatingOutperform
4/7/2026 Boost TargetBuy$283.00 ➝ $288.00+36.53%
3/25/2026Boost TargetBuy$305.00 ➝ $315.00+48.78%
2/11/2026 Lower TargetBuy$300.00 ➝ $280.00+35.23%
2/10/2026 Lower TargetBuy$320.00 ➝ $296.00+41.82%
2/6/2026Reiterated RatingBuy$325.00+55.63%
1/21/2026 Set Target$230.00-0.64%
12/8/2025 Boost Target$218.00-3.92%
11/18/2025 Boost TargetBuy$300.00 ➝ $360.00+54.59%
11/5/2025 Boost TargetOutperform$240.00 ➝ $280.00+12.31%
10/20/2025 Boost Target$315.00+45.51%
8/1/2025Reiterated RatingBuy$280.00+19.60%

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Should I Buy Amazon.com Stock? AMZN Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Thursday, September 17, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these Amazon.com pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Amazon.com
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Amazon:

  • Amazon has secured a significant competitive advantage in its cloud infrastructure by agreeing to purchase backup generators from Generac, with initial deliveries valued at approximately $2.4 billion in 2027 and 2028 and the broader arrangement potentially reaching $8 billion through 2033. This strategic move addresses a critical bottleneck in the rapid expansion of Amazon Web Services (AWS) data centers, ensuring that power reliability does not delay the deployment of new AI and cloud services, which is a primary driver of the company's revenue growth.
  • The company's cloud division, AWS, has reached a $169 billion annual revenue run rate, driven by increased customer spending on artificial intelligence and conventional cloud services. This momentum is supported by a strong financial performance where Amazon reported $5.75 earnings per share for the most recent quarter, significantly beating the consensus estimate of $1.82, while revenue of $200.61 billion exceeded expectations and grew 19.6% year-over-year, demonstrating robust operational efficiency and market demand.
  • Amazon is aggressively expanding its same-day fulfillment network, planning to increase hubs from 85 to more than 1,000 by 2031. This initiative, which involves a $6.8 billion investment, aims to place facilities within 10 miles of 80% of U.S. Prime members, directly challenging Walmart's neighborhood-delivery advantage. By narrowing the gap in local logistics, Amazon strengthens its retail competitiveness and customer retention, which supports long-term revenue stability in its core e-commerce segment.
  • Investors can benefit from the current stock price of $251.19, which represents a 2.1% increase during recent trading and sits well below the consensus price target of $321.19. With a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.21 and a beta of 1.44, the stock offers a valuation that reflects strong growth potential relative to its earnings, particularly given that 56 analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, indicating a consensus of "Moderate Buy" that suggests further upside potential as the company executes its AI and retail strategies.
  • Amazon's commitment to securing power infrastructure through its deal with Generac includes receiving warrants to buy up to roughly 1.69 million Generac shares, which aligns the company's interests with its supplier and provides a potential equity upside. This strategic partnership not only mitigates the risk of data center delays but also positions Amazon to benefit from the broader growth in AI power demand, as evidenced by the positive market reaction where Generac stock surged 19% on the news, validating the strategic importance of this infrastructure investment.

Amazon.com
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Amazon for these reasons:

  • Amazon faces increasing regulatory scrutiny, with two U.S. senators asking the Federal Trade Commission to investigate whether Amazon and Walmart’s AI shopping tools improperly suppress U.S.-made products or fail to identify fraudulent “Made in USA” claims. This potential legal and regulatory risk could lead to costly compliance changes, fines, or operational restrictions that may impact the company's retail operations and brand reputation, creating uncertainty for investors.
  • Heavy capital spending on AI infrastructure, while boosting AWS revenue, is weighing on free cash flow and increasing the company's financing needs. This aggressive investment strategy, which includes the $6.8 billion expansion of same-day delivery hubs and data center buildouts, may pressure margins in the short term as Amazon prioritizes long-term growth over immediate profitability, potentially leading to lower cash returns for shareholders in the near future.
  • Amazon raised the minimum pay for U.S. core-operations employees to $20 per hour, with average hourly pay approaching $24, which adds pressure to retail operating costs. While this move may support hiring and retention, it increases the company's labor expenses, a significant component of its cost structure, potentially reducing operating margins in its retail segment and impacting overall profitability, especially in a competitive market where cost efficiency is crucial.
  • Recent insider transactions indicate a trend of selling, with CEO Douglas J. Herrington selling 1,000 shares on September 1st and CEO Andrew R. Jassy selling 20,000 shares on August 21st, both executed under pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plans. While these sales are part of planned strategies, the consistent reduction in insider holdings, with insiders selling 71,589 shares valued at $18.57 million over the last quarter, may signal a lack of confidence in the stock's short-term upside or a desire to diversify personal portfolios, which could be interpreted negatively by some investors.
  • Amazon's stock has experienced volatility, with a 52-week high of $287.20 and a low of $196.00, and recent price movements show a decline from $253.54 to $248.42 on September 15th, followed by a recovery to $251.19. This volatility, combined with a beta of 1.44, indicates that the stock is more sensitive to market movements than the overall market, which could lead to significant price swings and higher risk for investors who are not prepared for such fluctuations, especially in a period of regulatory and operational changes.

AMZN Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 59 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Amazon.com is $321.19, with a high forecast of $400.00 and a low forecast of $200.00.

59 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Amazon.com in the last twelve months. There are currently 3 hold ratings and 56 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" AMZN shares.

According to analysts, Amazon.com's stock has a predicted upside of 27.87% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, Amazon.com's stock had 2 downgrades and 1 upgrade by analysts.

Analysts like Amazon.com more than other "consumer discretionary" companies. The consensus rating for Amazon.com is Moderate Buy while the average consensus rating for "consumer discretionary" companies is Hold. Learn more on how AMZN compares to other companies.


MarketBeat monitors more than a dozen sources for Amazon.com analyst ratings, with the most recent rating issued on 9/17/2026.
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