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StocksMediumUpdated×2•Originally published 3 August 2026•Updated 4 August 2026•
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Amazon Hits $3T Milestone; AstraZeneca-Bristol Myers Merger Talks Reported

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Key Facts

1Amazon's market capitalization surpassed the $3 trillion milestone for the first time following strong AWS growth.
2AstraZeneca shares declined following reports of preliminary merger discussions with Bristol Myers Squibb.
3Oil prices dropped sharply as concerns over a potential US attack on Iran eased.

In a move reflecting the growing dominance of the technology and AI sectors, Amazon has successfully surpassed the $3 trillion market capitalization milestone for the first time. This achievement was driven by robust growth in its AWS cloud computing division and investor optimism surrounding AI integration. Separately, oil prices experienced a sharp decline as geopolitical concerns regarding a potential US-Iran conflict eased.

In the healthcare sector, AstraZeneca shares declined following reports of preliminary merger discussions with Bristol Myers Squibb, signaling potential consolidation among industry giants. According to market data, AZN traded at $157.21 on August 3, 2026, trading between a daily low of $153.41 and a high of $159.15.

Amazon's stock (AMZN) stood at $284.57 at the close of August 3, 2026, after reaching a daily high of $287.13. Traders should monitor energy sector catalysts following the EIA Weekly Petroleum Report released on July 29, which showed a stock change of -7.167 million barrels, potentially impacting broader market sentiment.