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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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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.

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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 Corp.'s MSFT, -0.46% stock was on track for its worst losing streak in more than a year on Monday. Microsoft shares dipped as much as 0.6% Monday, threatening a seventh session of consecutive declines, for its worst losing streak since Sept.

Microsoft's stock slips, setting up worst losing streak in more than a year

Microsoft is looking to hire a nuclear energy expert to help coordinate powering its AI datacenters with small nuclear reactors.

Microsoft is hiring a nuclear energy expert to help power its AI and cloud data centers

There's chatter online about Microsoft cutting its orders for Nvidia's H100 AI chips. The news comes as ChatGPT traffic dipped this summer, a possible warning sign for AI demand.

Microsoft Could Be Making a Big Change and AI Investors Aren't Going To Like It

OpenAI's ChatGPT can now "see, hear and speak," or, at least, understand spoken words, respond with a synthetic voice, and process images, the company said.

ChatGPT can now 'speak,' listen and process images, OpenAI says

Big Tech stock  Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT) once again landed on Schaeffer's Senior Quantitative Analyst Rocky White's list of stocks with the highest weekly options volume in the last two weeks.

Options Traders Excited About Blue-Chip Tech Stock

Snap

Snapchat has a new advertising partner in Microsoft for the ads it's inserting into its AI product, My AI, an AI chatbot introduced earlier this year to the wider Snapchat user base.

Snap partners with Microsoft on ads in its ‘My AI' chatbot feature

Amazon

Alphabet

It's closing in on a year since AI was catapulted into the mainstream through the launch of OpenAI's ChatGPT, with investors witnessing first-hand the financial gains that can be made through building a stake in some of these trailblazing businesses. For retail investors, cashing in on the success of chatbots, machine learning and all things AI is nearly impossible.

AI land grabbing begins as Microsoft, Google and Amazon up stakes

C3.ai

Broadcom

NVIDIA

Palantir Technologies

Symbotic Inc

AI stocks are controversial for multiple reasons. One of the most obvious factors is that AI poses a threat in many ways.

September's 7 Most Controversial AI Stocks: Buy or Bail?

Guggenheim analyst John DiFucci upgraded shares of Microsoft to Neutral from Sell.

Microsoft Gets an Upgrade as AI Narrative 'Too Strong' to Ignore. Why It's Still Not a Buy.

Apple

Tesla

After weathering a tumultuous 2022 marred by record-high inflation and a hawkish stance from Federal Reserve policymakers, the US stock market has undergone a remarkable turnaround in 2023.

S&P 500 is up 13% in 2023; Which stocks are growth drivers?

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, 2023 has proven to be a remarkable year for Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT). The company's stock has surged, mirroring the soaring success of its counterparts, Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) and Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA), in the ongoing artificial intelligence (AI) boom.

Here's how much a $10k investment in Microsoft stock in 2010 is now worth

Microsoft's stock has fallen from all-time highs, making it more appealing for investors. The company has big AI ambitions, but it may take time for the financial benefits to materialize. Analysts see the potential for $100 billion in AI revenue by FY27.

Microsoft: Not Priced For AI Ambitions

Apple has built up immense brand loyalty with consumers. Microsoft could be ideally positioned to profit the most from the future of AI.

Got $3,000? These 3 Stocks Could Double Your Money by 2030.

Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said on Sunday the country expected to receive investment of at least $5 billion from Tesla , Google and Microsoft.

Thailand expects Tesla, Google, Microsoft to invest $5 billion, prime minister says

Activision Blizzard

Microsoft aims to acquire Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion, potentially creating the third-largest gaming company by revenue. Regulatory hurdles, particularly in the U.K., continue to hinder the acquisition.

Should You Hold or Fold Amid Microsoft's Bid for Activision Blizzard?

Host Hotels & Resorts

Starbucks

Verizon

Microsoft, Host Hotels & Resorts, Verizon, and Starbucks recently raised their dividends. The raises from Microsoft, Verizon, and Starbucks continued their more than decade-long growth streaks.

Need More Income? These 4 Dividend Stocks Just Raised Their Payouts Again.

Despite macroeconomic headwinds, Microsoft remains resilient, generating enviable growth. It also boasts a fortress-like balance sheet with plenty of cash.

1 Rock-Solid Warren Buffett Artificial Intelligence (AI) Dividend Stock to Buy and Hold (Hint: It's Not Apple)

Disney

Microsoft is serving up great performance and remains excellently positioned for the long term. Disney has difficult times ahead, to be sure, but that is likely already incorporated in its valuation.

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Needham analyst Laura Martin says Apple has fallen behind its big-tech peers in artificial intelligence (AI). Amazon's cloud leadership gives the company a unique advantage in the burgeoning AI market.

2 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Growth Stocks Could Eclipse Apple's Value Twice Over, According to This Wall Street Analyst

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Microsoft: Profits up in the Clouds

The prospects for a potential Microsoft (MSFT) and Activision Blizzard (ATVI) deal looks promising for both parties at the moment.

Acquisition Watch: Time to Buy Microsoft (MSFT) or Activision Blizzard (ATVI) Stock?

If the deal closes, it'll turn Xbox-maker Microsoft into one of the top three video game publishers.

Microsoft and Activision's $69B Deal: UK Regulator Shows Sign of Approval Coming

Investors often focus on the sheer amount of growth delivered by shares of Nvidia, Apple, and Microsoft. But each company generates a ton of cash, part of which they return to shareholders in the form of a dividend.

Here's How Nvidia, Apple, and Microsoft Could Pay You $1,000 Per Year in Dividend Income

British regulators said Microsoft's restructured purchase plan to acquire Activision Blizzard for $69 billion "opens the door" to the biggest ever gaming deal getting done.

Microsoft-Activision restructured $69B deal pleases British regulators

British competition regulators gave preliminary approval Friday to Microsoft's restructured $69 billion deal to buy video game maker Activision Blizzard, easing a final global hurdle that paves the way for one of the largest tech transactions in history to go through.

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