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Amazon Profits Hit By Spending

The online retail giant has posted a 35% rise in fourth-quarter sales, reaching US$17.43bn. However, Amazon has missed analysts’ expectations by posted a 58% fall in net income over the same period. The firm has warned that profits may be affected as it continues to invest.

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