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Productivity & Business Processes

Intelligent Cloud

More Personal Computing

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An operating expense is an expense a business incurs through its normal business operations. Often abbreviated as OPEX.

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Productivity and Business Processes Operating Income

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Shares outstanding refer to a company's stock currently held by all its shareholders, including share blocks held by institutional investors and restricted shares owned by the company's officers and insiders.

Outstanding Shares

Market Cap

Also known as Price/Sales Ratio. Calculated using Average market cap for the quarter / Annualized quarterly revenue.

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Microsoft

Skype is a telecommunications application software product that specializes in providing video chat and voice calls between computers, tablets, mobile devices, the Xbox One console, and smartwatches via the Internet and to regular telephones. Skype additionally provides instant messaging services. Users may transmit both text and video messages, and may exchange digital documents such as images, text, and video. Skype allows video conference calls.

Skype

GitHub is is a web-based hosting service for version control using Git. It is mostly used for computer code. It offers all of the distributed version control and source code management (SCM) functionality of Git as well as adding its own features. It provides access control and several collaboration features such as bug tracking, feature requests, task management, and wikis for every project. GitHub offers plans for both private repositories and free accounts which are commonly used to host open-source software projects. As of April 2017, GitHub reports having almost 20 million users and 57 million repositories, making it the largest host of source code in the world. On June 4, 2018, Microsoft announced its intent to acquire GitHub for US$7.5 billion

GitHub

Xbox is a video gaming brand created and owned by Microsoft. It represents a series of video game consoles developed by Microsoft, with three consoles released in the sixth, seventh and eighth generations respectively. The brand also represents applications, streaming services, and an online service by the name of Xbox Live. The brand was first introduced in the United States in November 2001, with the launch of the original Xbox console.

Xbox

Microsoft Corp. engages in the development and support of software, services, devices, and solutions. It operates through the following segments: Productivity and Business Processes, Intelligent Cloud, and More Personal Computing. The Productivity and Business Processes segment is composed of products and services relating to productivity, communication, and information services such as Office Commercial, Office Consumer, LinkedIn, and Dynamics business solutions. The Intelligent Cloud segment consists of public, private, and hybrid server products and cloud services for businesses and developers, as well as enterprise and partner services. The More Personal Computing segment refers to products and services including Windows operating system, Windows cloud services, Surface, HoloLens, personal computer accessories, Xbox hardware, Xbox Cloud Gaming, Microsoft News, and Microsoft Edge. The company was founded by Paul Gardner Allen and William Henry Gates, III in 1975 and is headquartered in Redmond, WA.

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Microsoft reports robust Q1 2023 earnings, driven by Microsoft Cloud's performance

Microsoft's Q1 2023 showcased strong revenue growth, particularly in the Microsoft Cloud segment. The company's emphasis on AI, customer value, and operating leverage is driving positive results. While facing challenges related to workload optimization and potential AI regulation, Microsoft is well-positioned to capitalize on growth opportunities.

Microsoft reports solid Q2 earnings, focuses on AI innovation

Microsoft's Q2 performance reflects strong revenue growth, particularly in Microsoft Cloud, Azure, Teams, and security business, while facing challenges in the ad market and macroeconomic headwinds.
The company's strengths lie in innovation across various sectors, strong customer loyalty, and a strategic focus on AI integration for competitive advantage.
Opportunities include leveraging AI for innovation, optimizing workloads post-pandemic, and driving growth through value propositions and customer loyalty.

Microsoft reports robust Q3 earnings, eyes Azure growth opportunities

Microsoft's Q3 2023 earnings call showcased strong financial performance, driven by robust revenue growth, commercial bookings, and operating income across key segments.
The company's focus on Microsoft Cloud, Azure's growth, and innovative products like GitHub Copilot and Teams highlights its commitment to customer success and shareholder returns.
While facing challenges in workload optimization and pricing strategies, Microsoft has opportunities to capitalize on Azure's potential, drive innovation, and maximize long-term growth through strategic investments and product enhancements.

Microsoft excels in Q4 with strong cloud growth and operational efficiency

Microsoft's Q4 performance reflects strong revenue growth, operational efficiency, and strategic focus on cloud and AI. While facing challenges in optimizing cloud operations and transitioning gross margins, the company is well-positioned to leverage opportunities in Azure growth and new product demand. Microsoft's diversified revenue streams and leadership in cloud services underpin its resilience and growth potential.

Microsoft reports robust Q1 earnings, eyes AI and Azure growth

Microsoft's Q1 2024 earnings call showcased strong financial performance, driven by Azure, commercial segments, and cash flow generation. The company faces challenges in sustaining growth and margins amidst AI investments but has opportunities to capitalize on AI, Azure, and disciplined operations for future success.

Microsoft reports record Q2 earnings driven by cloud and AI growth

Microsoft's Q2 2024 earnings showcased robust financial performance across segments, driven by cloud and AI services.
The company demonstrated resilience in margin improvement despite significant AI investments, highlighting operational efficiency.
Strategic focus on continuous innovation and customer engagement positions Microsoft for sustained growth and market leadership.
Addressing challenges in infrastructure readiness and product adoption will be key to unlocking future opportunities and maintaining competitive edge.

Microsoft achieves record Q3 results, eyes sustained growth in FY '25

Microsoft's Q3 performance reflects robust revenue growth, operational efficiency, and strong financial health across all segments.
The company's strengths lie in Azure's growth, GitHub Copilot's success, and strategic investments in cloud and AI technologies.
Challenges include capacity issues in Azure, balancing core business growth, and adapting to the evolving IT landscape towards AI.
Opportunities abound in sustaining growth, expanding Azure's customer base, and leveraging Dynamics and LinkedIn for revenue growth.

Microsoft reports robust FY '24 earnings, eyes AI and Cloud growth

Microsoft's strong FY '24 performance driven by Cloud, AI, and gaming revenue, with a focus on security and shareholder returns
Challenges include capacity constraints and increased capital expenditures, but opportunities exist in AI and Cloud growth
Partnerships and innovation key to addressing challenges and driving future growth and scalability
Outlook for FY '25 positive with a focus on double-digit revenue growth and expanding gaming opportunities

Microsoft reports robust Q1 earnings, eyes AI innovation for growth

Microsoft's Q1 2025 performance reflects strong revenue growth, particularly in cloud services and commercial bookings.
The company's focus on AI innovation, cost efficiencies, and long-term investments positions it well for sustained growth.
Challenges include managing expenses, supply constraints, and balancing investments with revenue growth.
Opportunities in AI, cloud services, and commercial offerings present avenues for continued expansion and value creation.

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Microsoft's NASDAQ: MSFT share price is driven by its growing position in the cloud. Late to the game, Microsoft has leaned hard into cloud and cloud services and AI, gaining share from Amazon Web Services, Google, Alibaba and others.

Microsoft stock to $450? Here's How

Figure AI Inc., a startup developing humanlike robots, is in talks to raise as much as $500 million in a funding round led by Microsoft Corp. and OpenAI, according to a person with knowledge of the matter.

Humanoid robot startup Figure AI in funding talks with Microsoft, OpenAI

Microsoft's AI investments are driving a lot of investors to the stock. Apple's business hasn't performed well over the past year.

Move Over, Apple -- Microsoft Is the New Largest Company in the World

The software titan's value has set expectations high, but the latest results show clear momentum.

Microsoft Has Three Trillion Reasons to Keep the Heat on Google

Alphabet

Tech giants on Tuesday talked up how customers are lapping up their generative AI-powered products, but mounting costs of developing the cutting-edge features irked investors hoping for a big boost to sales from the new technology.

Investors punish Microsoft, Alphabet as AI returns fall short of lofty expectations

ASML Hld

CrowdStrike

AI could remain a winning investment theme in this recently confirmed bull market. Valuations are stretched for high-performers like Microsoft, ASML, and CrowdStrike Holdings.

A Bull Market Is Here: 3 Artificial Intelligence Stocks to Buy When the Tides Change

Apple

Microsoft and Apple are massive companies with billions in revenue and profits, but only one can be the better stock to buy for long-term investors.

Microsoft Surpasses Apple and Exceeds $3 Trillion Market Cap, but Which Is the Better Buy Today?

Microsoft stock is falling after the tech giant reports fiscal second-quarter earnings. Expectations were just so high.

Wall Street Analysts Love Microsoft's ‘Masterpiece' Results. Why the Stock Market Doesn't.

Microsoft and Google delivered solid corporate earnings on Tuesday as the tech giants said demand for artificial intelligence services stoked revenue.

Microsoft, Google ride AI wave as revenues surge

ServiceNow

Super Micro Computer

Many tech corporations have brought forth innovative products and services that challenge what is possible. These products and services have also resulted in substantial gains for long-term investors.

3 Must-Buy Tech Stocks Leading the Digital Revolution

Microsoft Corp. said Tuesday that its profit for the October-December quarter soared 33%, powered by its significant investments in artificial intelligence technology. The company said that increase largely reflected growth in its cloud-computing unit, where Microsoft focuses most of its AI investments.

Microsoft profit soars 33% on AI, cloud-computing investments

Microsoft said its artificial intelligence (AI) companion, Copilot, is being adopted across industries. This and other AI offerings helped drive the company to a record quarter during the three months ended Dec. 31, Satya Nadella, chairman and CEO of Microsoft, said Tuesday (Jan. 30) during the company's quarterly earnings call.

AI Offerings Drive Microsoft to Record Quarter

Although the revenue and EPS for Microsoft (MSFT) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended December 2023, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.

Microsoft (MSFT) Q2 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Q2 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Microsoft milestone: Games top Windows for first time, with addition of Activision Blizzard

Investors were left wanting more from Microsoft and Alphabet after recent rallies lifted their stock prices to all-time highs.

Wall Street punishes Alphabet and Microsoft despite earnings beats after stocks hit record

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Starbucks

Skyworks Solutions

Microsoft, Google-parent Alphabet, Mondelez and Skyworks all topped earnings expectations.

Big Earnings Afternoon: Microsoft, Alphabet, Starbucks & More

AI-related companies lost $190 billion in stock market value late on Tuesday after Microsoft , Alphabet and Advanced Micro Devices delivered quarterly results that failed to impress investors who had sent their stocks soaring.

AI companies lose $190 billion in market cap after Alphabet and Microsoft report

Microsoft's latest financial earnings report suggests Activision Blizzard has a major impact on its gaming business.

Activision Blizzard added $2B in revenue to Xbox's Q2 growth

Microsoft (MSFT) came out with quarterly earnings of $2.93 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.76 per share. This compares to earnings of $2.32 per share a year ago.

Microsoft (MSFT) Tops Q2 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

Tech giant now second business in history to reach a stock market valuation of $3tn, overtaking Apple as the world's most valuable

Microsoft's Activision acquisition and bets on AI yield high quarterly revenue

Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) blew past analyst expectations for earnings and revenue as it reported its second-quarter results for its fiscal year 2024. The company's shares slipped 0.3% in after hours trading.

Microsoft Q2 FY 2024 Earnings Blow Past Expectations on Cloud Growth

Shares of Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT ) traded flat in after-hours trading on Tuesday, Jan. 30 after the tech giant released second-quarter earnings. This comes despite strong earnings figures; revenue of $62 billion exceeded Wall Street estimates of $61.1 billion by 1.5%, while earnings per share of $2.93 beat by 5.3%.

Strong Earnings From Microsoft (MSFT) Stock Fail to Impress Wall Street

Microsoft's revenue from its Azure cloud platform and related services rose 30% in the quarter ended Dec.

Microsoft Azure revenue up 30%, with help from AI, as tech giant beats overall expectations

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) after Tuesday's closing bell reported better than expected fiscal second quarter financial results driven by strength in its Cloud segment. The company's total revenue rose 18% over the year-ago quarter to $62 billion, above estimates of $61 billion.

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