Revenue segments as reported by the company.

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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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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ChatGPT saw monthly website visits decline for the third month in a row in August, though the rate of slippage is slowing said analytics firm Similarweb. Around 1.43 billion users clicked on in August down by 3.2% from a month earlier, which itself had seen a drop of approximately 10% from the preceding month.

ChatGpt's usage dips again as calm follows early frenzy

Apple

Alphabet

NVIDIA

UnitedHealth Group

Four of the five most heavily weighted S&P components, Apple Inc. NASDAQ: AAPL, Amazon.com Inc. AMZN: AAPL, Nvidia Corp. NASDAQ: NVDA and Alphabet Inc. NASDAQ: GOOGL, are trading in the red.

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Amazon

Salesforce

Mastercard

ServiceNow

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Johnson & Johnson

Coca-Cola

McDonald's

NIKE

Visa

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Alphabet's latest earnings results showcased how AI is already impacting its cloud business and its advertising platforms. Microsoft made headlines when it invested billions into ChatGPT developer OpenAI earlier this year.

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Microsoft Corp. says it will defend buyers of its artificial intelligence products from copyright infringement lawsuits, an effort by the software giant to ease concerns customers might have about using its AI "Copilots" to generate content based on existing work.

Microsoft says it will protect customers from AI copyright lawsuits

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT ) Citi 2023 Global Technology Conference September 7, 2023 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Charles Lamanna - CVP, Business Apps & Platform Unidentified Analyst And I'm really looking forward to this conversation. We've got A - Charles Lamanna from Microsoft.

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Citi 2023 Global Technology Conference (Transcript)

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT ) Goldman Sachs 2023 Communacopia + Technology Conference September 7, 2023 11:50 AM ET Company Participants Amy Hood - EVP & CFO Conference Call Participants Kash Rangan - Goldman Sachs Kash Rangan Isn't this an amazing conference, what do you guys think? And I wasn't lying when I said day 3 is going to be the best day, don't tell that to executives that presented on day 1 and day 2.

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Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ: MSFT) has partnered with Paige on the world's largest AI model for detecting cancer. Paige has a history of winning FDA approval The image-based model can help identify not just common cancers but the rare ones as well that are broadly known as hard to diagnose.

Microsoft teams up with Paige on AI-powered cancer detection

Microsoft will pay legal damages on behalf of customers using its artificial intelligence (AI) products if they are sued for copyright infringement for the output generated by such systems, the company said on Thursday.

Microsoft to defend customers on AI copyright challenges

XIAMEN, China , Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Yealink, a global leading unified communications (UC) solution provider, has launched its 3rd-Gen MVC Series Microsoft Teams Rooms System, as the first to collaborate with Microsoft in integrating AI technologies like voice control, identity recognition, and transcription into video conferencing.

Yealink Launches New Microsoft Teams Rooms Solutions for More Intelligent and Flexible Meetings

Microsoft is teaming up with the company Paige to build the world's largest image-based artificial intelligence model for identifying cancer.

Microsoft and Paige are building the world's largest AI model for detecting cancer

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Paige, a technology disruptor in healthcare, has joined forces with Microsoft in the fight against cancer, making headway in their collaboration to transform cancer diagnosis and patient care by building the world's largest image-based artificial intelligence (AI) models for digital pathology and oncology. Paige, a global leader in end-to-end digital pathology solutions and clinical AI, developed the first Large Foundation Model using over one billion images from half.

Paige Announces Collaboration with Microsoft to Build the World's Largest Image-Based AI Model to Fight Cancer

BRISBANE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Microsoft has signed a long term contract to purchase up to 315,000 metric tons of CO2 removal over a multi-year period from Heirloom – a Direct Air Capture company that harnesses the natural properties of limestone to remove CO2 from the atmosphere – in one of the largest carbon dioxide removal deals to-date. This deal follows Heirloom's DAC Hub selection by the US Department of Energy for up to $600 million in matching funding. Project Cypress, to be located.

Heirloom and Microsoft Sign One of the Largest Permanent CO2 Removal Deals To-Date

Walmart

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Big Tech is facing tighter scrutiny in the European Union, but officials want to avoid forcing them to break up parts of the business.

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A deal with Heirloom Carbon is one of the largest-ever purchases of carbon-removal credits.

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Palantir Technologies

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Microsoft's Phil Spencer told CNBC on Wednesday that the new Starfield game is going to be available to "hundreds of millions of people."

Microsoft gaming chief Phil Spencer says Starfield is seeing 'huge demand'

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Microsoft (MSFT) is set to work with G42 to enable access to sovereign cloud offerings, innovate and deliver advanced AI capabilities, while growing the existing data center infrastructure in the UAE.

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New European Union rules will rewrite the basic tenets of business on the internet and on mobile, upending how Big Tech makes money and how consumers access these services.

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Oracle

Roku

AeroVironment

CrowdStrike

First Solar

GitLab

Southwest Airlines

Block

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Toast

Zscaler

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Generative AI compute startup d-Matrix has successfully closed a $110 million Series-B funding round led by Singapore-based global investment firm Temasek. Announced on Wednesday, d-Matrix intends to use the funding to commercialise its Corsair chiplet, which is aimed at reducing memory bottlenecks and computing costs associated with large-language models (LLMs) and artificial intelligence computational performance.

Microsft-backed AI startup d-Matrix raises $110 million

PepsiCo

Procter & Gamble

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