Amazon entered this week making headlines by laying off tens of thousands of employees. Because of this major news, it’s easy to overlook the company’s latest earnings results. However, with Q3 2025 now behind us, Amazon’s financial performance tells a compelling story—one that defies concerns about its profitability amidst significant headcount reductions.
Despite cutting around 30,000 jobs, Amazon delivered strong metrics in both revenue and earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter. The company released its Q3 2025 earnings results on its investor relations website earlier this week.
For the quarter, Amazon reported revenue of $180.2 billion, surpassing Wall Street analysts’ expectations of $177.96 billion. On the earnings front, the consensus estimate was $1.58 per share, while Earnings Whisper projected $1.74 per share. Impressively, Amazon beat both estimates, delivering an EPS of $1.95.
Amazon’s recent activity has been vigorous, with major investments in Twitch, Amazon Web Services, and artificial intelligence. The company has also partnered with the Trump administration on some controversial government projects.
Still, the most notable news this week was the company’s workforce reduction. Over 30,000 employees were laid off, particularly impacting Amazon Games and various other business sectors. Despite these cuts, Amazon’s robust earnings showcase its continued financial strength and strategic momentum moving forward.
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