Herrington Douglas J, an insider at Amazon.com Inc (AMZN), sold 491,007 shares of the company on November 2, 2025. The shares were sold at a price of $255.44 each, bringing the total transaction value to $125.42 million. Following this sale, Douglas retains 491,007 shares of Amazon.
This transaction adds to the ongoing narrative of insider activity at the retail giant, which operates through three segments: North America, International, and Amazon Web Services (AWS). The company is known for its extensive range of products and services, including merchandise, content from third-party sellers, and its own electronic devices.
Amazon's current market capitalization stands at $2,380.6 billion, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 31.13 and an earnings per share (EPS) of 7.08. Investors are also looking ahead to upcoming earnings reports, with estimates for July 29, 2026, suggesting an EPS of $1.88 on revenue of $189.8 billion.
While insider selling can occur for various reasons, including diversification or personal financial needs, it is essential for investors to consider these transactions within a broader context. Analyzing patterns across multiple insiders and time periods can provide a more comprehensive view of insider sentiment rather than focusing on isolated sales.
Such decisions reflect individual financial strategies and do not necessarily indicate negative outlooks on the company’s performance. Insider transactions are reported to the SEC, ensuring transparency regarding how executives view their stock holdings.