Overview
Description
Amazon.com, Inc. Depositary Receipt issued by KKPS is a depositary receipt (DR) representing ownership in shares of Amazon.com, Inc., a leading global e-commerce and cloud computing company. This financial instrument enables investors in Thailand to gain exposure to Amazon.com, Inc. without direct access to foreign trading platforms. The DR is issued by Kiatnakin Phatra Securities Public Company Limited (KKPS) and trades on the Stock Exchange of Thailand in Thai Baht, simplifying participation for local investors by eliminating the need for currency conversion or foreign brokerage accounts.
The primary function of the depositary receipt is to mirror the economic rights and benefits of the underlying Amazon shares, allowing holders to participate in price movements and receive potential distributions where applicable. Amazon.com, Inc. is recognized for its vast online marketplace, robust logistics network, and Amazon Web Services (AWS), which has become a cornerstone in global cloud infrastructure. By offering access to one of the world’s most influential technology companies through a familiar local market and currency, this DR enhances the diversification opportunities available to Thai investors and reflects the broader trend of integrating international assets into domestic portfolios.
About
CEO
Mr. Andrew R. Jassy
Employees
1578000
Address
410 Terry Avenue North
Seattle, 98109-5210, WA
United States
Seattle, 98109-5210, WA
United States
Phone
206 266 1000
Website
Instrument type
Depositary receipt
Sector
Industry
Country
Thailand
MIC code
XBKK