Dear Shareholders

Amazon - 1999


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Show Notes:

  • Amazon's growth and customer focus in 1999. 0:00

    • Amazon in 1999: Focused on customer growth, added 10.7 million new customers.

    • Amazon's growth and business model. 1:55

      • Amazon's sales grew 90% in just 3 months, reaching over $1 billion in 1999.

      • Amazon's business model is capital efficient, requiring $220 million in inventory and $318 million in fixed assets for $2 billion in annualized sales.

      • Amazon ownership and e-commerce platform. 4:41

        • Amazon.com CEO reveals 100 shares owned, highlighting platform's e-commerce capabilities.

        • Amazon's business goals and strategies in 2000. 5:46

          • Amazon's vision is to build Earth's most customer-centric company, offering a wide range of products and services while continuously earning customers' trust.

          • The company aims to grow and strengthen customer relationships, expand its product and service offerings, and drive operational excellence across all areas of the business.

          • Amazon aims to expand globally, leveraging existing brand presence and infrastructure.

          • Amazon's long-term investment approach and growth prospects. 10:07

            • Amazon prioritizes partnerships that deliver high-quality customer experiences, drive profitability, and expand its store efficiently.

            • Bezos emphasizes long-term investment approach in 1997 letter to shareholders.

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              Dear ShareholdersBy Brock Briggs