Amazon.com Inc. reported a significant 12% increase in sales, reaching $143.3 billion in the first quarter.

The company's operating income showed an impressive surge, up 221% to $15.3 billion.

Earnings per share exceeded expectations, coming in at $1.13 and surpassing estimates by 36%.

AWS, Amazon's cloud computing segment, generated $25 billion in sales, indicating strong demand for AI services.

Despite e-commerce growth concerns, Amazon is investing heavily, with $150 billion allocated to enhance cloud and AI capabilities.

Amazon's forward-thinking technology and strategic investments are key factors in its sustained performance and investor confidence.