Key Points
Investors following the “sell in May and go away” strategy should reconsider, as this tactic has only proven effective 22 times in the past 53 years. Staying invested could yield better long-term gains, especially as current opportunities arise in growth stocks like Amazon and Shopify.
Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) showcased a significant 43% increase in North American operating income during Q1 2026, despite only a 12% rise in sales, driven by efficiencies in AI and robotics. The company’s revenue from Amazon Web Services (AWS) surged 28%, marking its highest growth in nearly four years. Additionally, Amazon’s in-house chip business is on a $20 billion run-rate, indicating strong operational momentum.
Shopify (NASDAQ: SHOP) is also a favorable investment following a recent sell-off, trading at a forward price-to-sales ratio below 8. The company handles backend solutions for businesses of all sizes and is positioning itself as a key player in agentic commerce, which could capitalize on the growing demand for structured data in e-commerce. Revenue growth is projected to be around 30%, making it an attractive long-term buy.
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