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Salesforce

Heroku is a cloud platform as a service supporting several programming languages that is used as a web application deployment model. Heroku, one of the first cloud platforms, has been in development since June 2007, when it supported only the Ruby programming language, but now supports Java, Node.js, Scala, Clojure, Python, PHP, and Go. For this reason, Heroku is said to be a polyglot platform as it lets the developer build, run and scale applications in a similar manner across all the languages.

Heroku

Quip is a collaborative productivity software suite for mobile and the Web. It allows groups of people to create and edit documents and spreadsheets as a group, typically for business purposes.

Quip

Demandware is a software technology company headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, providing a cloud-based e-commerce platform and related services for retailers and brand manufacturers around the world. In 2016, Demandware was acquired by Salesforce for $2.8B.

Demandware

Work.com (Formerly Rypple) is a social performance management platform that helps managers and employees improve work performance through continuous coaching, real-time feedback, and recognition. It is marketed as a solution for sales performance, customer service, marketing, and as a service that can be employed by human resource departments.

Work.com

Slack Technologies, Inc.—acquired by Salesforce ($CRM) for $27.7B in July 2021—is a messaging platform businesses. Per the terms of the deal, Slack shareholders received $26.79 in cash and 0.0776 shares of Salesforce for each share owned. See the $CRM stock page for updates on Slack as a subsidiary of Salesforce.
Slack was founded by Daniel Stewart Butterfield, Bradley J. Horowitz, Eric Costello, Callum James Henderson-Begg, and Serguei Mourachov in 2009 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Slack Technologies

Salesforce, Inc. engages in the design and development of cloud-based enterprise software for customer relationship management. Its solutions include sales force automation, customer service and support, marketing automation, digital commerce, community management, collaboration, industry-specific solutions, and salesforce platform. The firm also provides guidance, support, training, and advisory services. The company was founded by Marc Russell Benioff and Parker Harris in 1999 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

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CRM exceeds Q1 targets, focuses on AI innovation and profitability

CRM's Q1 earnings call highlighted its strong performance and focus on AI innovation, productivity, and profitability. While facing challenges in certain segments, the company is leveraging opportunities in AI strategy and generative AI to drive value for customers. The focus on profitability and long-term efficiency gains reflects the company's commitment to sustainable growth.

Salesforce reports strong Q2 results, raises fiscal '24 revenue guidance

Salesforce's Q2 performance reflects strong revenue growth, margin acceleration, and a focus on AI and data. The company is navigating challenges related to professional services headwinds and anticipated cash tax increases. Opportunities lie in multi-cloud expansion, international acceleration, and leveraging AI for growth.

Salesforce exceeds Q3 revenue expectations, focuses on AI and Data Cloud

Salesforce's Q3 earnings call showcased robust financial performance, driven by strong revenue growth and margin expansion. The company's strategic focus on AI, Data Cloud, and trust revolution positions it well for future growth, despite challenges from transactional business and potential optimizations in SaaS licenses. Overall, Salesforce is optimistic about the opportunities presented by new technologies and pricing changes.

Salesforce surpasses revenue targets, aims for 27% margin growth

Salesforce's Q4 performance exceeded expectations, driven by MuleSoft and Tableau success, aiming for a 27% non-GAAP operating margin in fiscal '24.
The company is committed to profitability, customer success, and transforming for growth, with a focus on efficiency and margin enhancement.
Challenges include economic headwinds, balancing profitability with growth, and operational execution of margin optimization initiatives.
Opportunities include achieving margin targets, share repurchase plans, and leveraging mentorship for further growth and efficiency.

Salesforce exceeds margin targets, focuses on generative AI growth

Salesforce delivered strong Q1 results, exceeding margin targets and showcasing revenue growth, with a focus on generative AI and customer-centric strategies.
Challenges in professional services and certain sectors were noted, while opportunities lie in AI investments, customer productivity enhancements, and data protection.
The company's long-term strategies align with generative AI advancements, aiming to drive profitability improvements and efficiency gains through innovative approaches.
Despite regional revenue variations, Salesforce remains focused on driving sales productivity, upmarket sales, and transformative AI solutions for future growth and success.

Salesforce reports robust Q2 earnings, focuses on AI transformation

Salesforce's Q2 performance reflects strong financial results, margin growth, and strategic focus on AI and customer success. While facing challenges from restructuring and cash taxes, the company's disciplined approach and market leadership position it well for future growth and innovation.

Salesforce excels in Q3 with strong growth and margin expansion

Salesforce's Q3 performance showcased strong growth, margin expansion, and operational excellence, driven by successful initiatives and strategic investments. While facing challenges in transactional business and pricing changes, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities in AI, Data Cloud, and customer value.

Salesforce reports stellar Q4 performance, eyes AI transformation opportunities

Salesforce's Q4 2024 earnings call showcased robust financial performance, strong international growth, and a focus on AI innovation and customer value.
Challenges include optimizing professional services revenue, navigating pricing changes, and ensuring smooth AI adoption for sustained growth.
Opportunities lie in leveraging Data Cloud and AI demand, guiding industry AI transformation, and expanding revenue streams through product integration and market reach.
Overall, Salesforce's strategic focus on profitable growth, customer-centric innovation, and financial stability positions the company for continued success in FY '25.

Salesforce reports solid Q1 growth, focuses on AI and data

Salesforce's Q1 performance showed revenue growth and margin improvement, with strong international expansion.
Data Cloud business and strategic partnerships are driving growth, while challenges include deal cycles and economic impacts.
Opportunities lie in AI transformation, customer automation, and diverse pricing models to enhance competitiveness.
Overall, Salesforce's focus on innovation and customer-centric solutions positions it well for future growth and success.

Salesforce reports strong Q2 results, eyes growth with Agentforce

Salesforce's Q2 performance reflects solid revenue growth and product innovation with Agentforce. Financial outlook for fiscal year '25 is positive, with raised margin and cash flow guidance. Challenges include achieving double-digit growth and managing the CFO transition, while opportunities lie in AI, innovation, and customer success.

Salesforce excels in Q3 2025 with Agentforce driving growth

Salesforce's Q3 2025 showcased robust financial performance and strategic initiatives driving growth.
Agentforce and the More Core initiative are key drivers of innovation and customer value.
Challenges lie in ensuring seamless adoption and competitive positioning in the market.

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Activist investor Starboard Value announced this morning that it was taking a “significant stake” in Salesforce, per CNBC. A presentation on the company website confirmed the firm's interest in Salesforce, as well as Wix and Splunk.

Starboard Value reportedly taking ‘significant' stake in Salesforce

Splunk

Wix.com

Activist investor Jeffrey Smith said on Tuesday his investment firm Starboard Value was currently involved with Wix.com, Splunk and Salesforce, and was engaged with management for ways to bolster valuations of these high-growth companies.

Starboard puts growth vs profitability imbalance at heart of investment thesis

Salesforce popped on Tuesday after activist investor Starboard Value disclosed that it has taken a stake in the enterprise software maker. The post Salesforce Pops As Hedge Fund Starboard Discloses Stake In Software Maker appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

Salesforce Pops As Hedge Fund Starboard Discloses Stake In Software Maker

Starboard Value founder Jeff Smith reportedly told CNBC that the stake in Salesforce was significant, but did not give any details as to the dollar amount.

Salesforce Stock Climbs on Report Activist Starboard to Take Stake in the Company

Shares of Salesforce Inc. popped 6% in premarket trading Tuesday after CNBC reported that activist investor Starboard Value LP had taken a “significant” stake in the software company.

Salesforce stock pops after report says Starboard owns a ‘significant' stake in software giant

Starboard Value LP has taken a stake in Salesforce Inc , CNBC reported, the activist investment firm's founder, Jeff Smith, told CNBC.

Salesforce shares jump on report that Starboard has taken a stake

Jeff Smith said significant opportunity remains in the enterprise software maker.

Activist investor Starboard reveals stake in Salesforce, sees significant opportunity

Goldman Sachs

The Dow Jones Industrial Average DJIA, +1.86% is headed for another big rally, with all 30 components trading higher in the premarket. The biggest gainers ahead of the open were shares of Goldman Sachs Group Inc. GS, +2.24% , which climbed 2.9% after reported better-than-expected third-quarter results, and of Salesforce Inc. CRM, +3.49% , which also rallied 2.9%.

All 30 Dow stocks rally, led by Goldman and Salesforce stocks

One of Wall Street's finest gave the CRM leader a mixed review.

The Curious Reason Salesforce Rallied on Monday

Adobe

Datadog

MongoDB

ServiceNow

Snowflake

For most investors, 2022 will not end soon enough. With the bulk of the fourth quarter still in front of us, and the potential for more downside, this hardly seems like the time to get aggressive on technology.

Goldman Sachs Has 6 Software Superstars for 2023 With 30% to 150% Upside Potential

Salesforce (NYSE: CRM ) stock is on the minds of investors Friday as they react to reports of layoffs and a hiring freeze at the U.S. cloud company. According to these reports, the company laid off a total of 90 employees.

Salesforce Layoffs 2022: What to Know About CRM Job Cuts, Hiring Freeze

Microsoft

Walgreens

The Dow Jones Industrial Average gets too much credit as a barometer for the overall stock market. That job belongs to the S&P 500.

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Constellation Energy Corp

As the old saying goes, a “rising tide lifts all boats,” referring to how most companies tend to benefit from a rising economy. While we certainly don't have a rising economy right now, the tide is still rising for specific sectors.

Why Salesforce and Constellation Energy Have Huge Growth Tailwinds

SAN FRANCISCO , Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Salesforce (NYSE: CRM), the global leader in CRM, today announced it has been positioned by Gartner, Inc. in the "Leaders" quadrant of the 2022 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for B2B Marketing Automation Platforms report . The company was evaluated for Salesforce Marketing Cloud Account Engagement , and placed furthest on the "Completeness of Vision" axis.

Salesforce Has Been Positioned by Gartner in the Leaders Quadrant of the Magic Quadrant for B2B Marketing Automation Platforms for the Fifth Consecutive Year

Pinterest

SoFi Technologies

The market hammered shares of these stocks into the dirt this year, but some of the world's most successful investors kept on buying.

3 Beaten-Down Growth Stocks That Billionaires Keep Buying

Palo Alto Networks

Alphabet

Has the bear market ended? I wish I knew.

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SAN FRANCISCO , Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Salesforce (NYSE: CRM), the global leader in CRM, has been recognized by Gartner as a Leader in the 2022 Magic Quadrant for Sales Force Automation Platforms. It is the 16th consecutive year that Salesforce has received this recognition.

Salesforce Recognized as a Leader in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Sales Force Automation Platforms for 16th Consecutive Year

Vertical market companies usually target a small niche, like software to manage your local bowling alley, markets so small they don't interest the likes of Microsoft. Contrast that to horizontal market software companies like Zoom and DocuSign, remember them? Whatever happened to them?

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HubSpot

The broad-market tailwinds lifted the software sector today.

Why Salesforce, HubSpot, and MongoDB Stocks Were Climbing Today

Accelerated digital transformation and a sustained focus on acquisitions and partnerships help Salesforce (CRM) enhance product offerings and expand globally.

Salesforce (CRM) Expands Through Buyouts, Digitalization

Booz Allen Hamilton Hld

On CNBC's “Halftime Report Final Trades,” Stephen Weiss of Short Hills Capital Partners said he had sold all his shares of Volkswagen AG (OTCMKTS: VWAGY) after looking at CarMax, Inc (NYSE:

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Rising corporate spending on digital transformation projects has boosted CRM stock. With the Slack deal closed, merger synergies will be key.

Is Salesforce Stock A Buy Or Sell Amid Rosier Fiscal 2026 Guidance?

Chevron

Dow Inc

Honeywell

Intel

NIKE

The Dow Jones Industrial Average is down 18.9% year-to-date through Sep. 28. Finding undervalued Dow stocks have gotten a lot easier as a result of the market correction.

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Indications from the company's often-overlooked annual Dreamforce event reaffirm that it's still a growing business.

Trading at Multiyear Lows, Is Salesforce Stock a Buy?

NVIDIA

The days of paying nearly any price for hypergrowth companies are probably over. Technology companies are among the hardest hit, with the macro environment being generally unfavorable to most companies.

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