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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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In Q1, Microsoft saw growth accelerate in its Azure cloud division, driven in part by artificial intelligence (AI). Microsoft is gearing up to release more AI products and services.

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Microsoft's search momentum is outpacing Google, with Bing gaining share for the tenth consecutive quarter. Bing's integration of generative AI and chatbot functions is helping to differentiate it from Google search, allowing them to serve people in their leisure, like on Meta platforms. Microsoft's traction with AI-powered advertising solutions and Azure AI services is driving growth in search advertising revenue and cloud-based search on Bing.

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Alphabet

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The Magnificent Seven stocks have propped up the stock market in what would have otherwise been a down year. If the S&P 500 was an equal-weighted index, it would have only been up by 0.1% year-to-date as of October 5th.

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ServiceNow

Procter & Gamble

Waste Management

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Johnson & Johnson

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Activision Blizzard

Microsoft is reshuffling its Xbox leadership and org chart shortly after it acquired Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion.

Microsoft reorgs Xbox leadership following Activision acquisition

The October Big Tech selloff may soon sink Microsoft shares as well, especially if a recession begins by early 2024. Similarities between current MSFT trading conditions and the Dotcom Tech boom peak of 2000 suggest a significant decline in Microsoft's stock price is possible. The extreme overvaluation for Microsoft vs. a decade ago, in combination with an earnings yield disconnect vs. short-term cash yields, argues for caution.

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Microsoft Corp. grew revenue more slowly than the overall software sector in the company's last fiscal year. The trend could be about to flip.

Microsoft's growth has trailed that of peers, but the trend could soon flip in a big way

Microsoft and Submittable announce strategic partnership to deliver market-leading grantmaking and corporate social responsibility solutions across Microsoft's cloud offerings REDMOND, Wash. , Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. and Submittable, a leading grants management and corporate social responsibility (CSR) platform, on Wednesday announced a strategic partnership to collaborate and innovate together to enable Submittable to develop new solutions powered by Microsoft Azure and Azure OpenAI Service, to provide public, private and nonprofit organizations with the solutions to accelerate social impact and better serve their communities.

Microsoft and Submittable to collaborate on the future of social impact in the cloud

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Strength in the Azure cloud computing unit is expected to provide sizeable revenues to Microsoft (MSFT), and help the company post stellar earnings shortly.

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MASON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AI--FRISS, one of the world's most implemented solutions for trust automation at P&C carriers, has recently collaborated with Microsoft to enhance its AI fraud model explanations using Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service. As a Microsoft Global Partner, FRISS is proud of the collaboration that will take explainable AI to new heights. FRISS solutions will be available in the Microsoft Commercial Marketplace – as a transactable offer in both storefronts: Azure Marketplace.

FRISS to use Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service for Enhanced AI Fraud Model Explanations

Microsoft's early investment in AI may already be paying off. The tech giant reported a revenue jump in its latest earnings.

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Rockwell Automation

MILWAUKEE & REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK) and Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ: MSFT) today announced an extension of their longstanding relationship to accelerate industrial automation design and development through generative artificial intelligence (AI). The companies are combining technologies to empower the workforce and accelerate time-to-market for customers building industrial automation systems. The first outcome of this collaboration will add Microsoft'.

Rockwell Automation and Microsoft Expand Partnership to Leverage Generative AI Capabilities for Enhanced Productivity and Faster Time-to-Market

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Palantir Technologies

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Microsoft (MSFT) shares were nearly 3% higher in mid-afternoon trading Wednesday, bucking a broader market downturn, after the company late Tuesday reported better-than-expected fiscal first-quarter earnings, fueled by a turnaround in its Azure cloud segment.

Microsoft Shares Jump as Cloud Revenue Boosts Earnings

Microsoft's global headcount dropped to 215,500 people as of Sept.

New numbers show Microsoft cut more than 16,000 jobs in nine months

Microsoft's (MSFT) first-quarter fiscal 2024 results reflect strength in the Azure business and Office 365, powered by the growing AI business.

Microsoft (MSFT) Q1 Earnings & Revenues Beat on Cloud Strength

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) shares rose Wednesday on strong third-quarter results driven by its cloud division and AI services, and analysts largely liked what they say.  Bank of America raised its price target to $415 from $405 while UBS and Jefferies maintained $400 targets, with all repeating a Buy rating.

Microsoft Azure revenue, AI adoption impress analysts after 3Q results

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Microsoft delivered a strong performance, highlighted by accelerating cloud results. The company's early foray into AI is paying off, but it's just getting started.

Why Microsoft Stock Was in Rally Mode on Wednesday

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Microsoft posts strongest sales growth in six quarters, driven by higher demand for its cloud computing services.

ETFs to Buy on Solid AI-Fueled Microsoft Q1 Earnings

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT)'s leading position in the artificial intelligence arms race and Google parent Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG)'s flailing position in the cloud computer space were central talking points in the latest tech earnings season. Microsoft, the world's second-largest megacap, impressed the market, with revenue up 13% year-over-year to $56.5 billion, driven by its cloud division and its adoption of AI services powered by partner OpenAI.

$240 billion gap widens between Microsoft and Google

Google's Cloud revenue miss came in stark contrast to Microsoft's earnings, which showed accelerated growth in its Intelligent Cloud business

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