Tech firms left US stock markets to record highs according to a report. Shares of Alphabet, Amazon, and Microsoft soared after reporting better than expected quarterly results. Amazon shares jumped over 11% as revenues grew 34% to $43.7 billion, helped by its Whole Foods acquisition. Microsoft shares rose nearly 8% as revenues increased 12% to $24.5 billion. Alphabet revenues grew 24% to $27.8 billion on strong advertising sales. The gains increased the net worth of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, making him the world's richest person ahead of Bill Gates. However, some issues remain as many Americans still struggle with poverty, debt, and stagnant wages.