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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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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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A watchlist of the highest quality dividend growth companies is filtered by proximity to 52-week lows. 3M Company, United Parcel Service, Microsoft, and Qualcomm all appear attractively valued based on Historical and Future fair valuations coupled with analyst estimates.

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Apple

Abbott Labs

Cognizant Technology Solutions

Ross Stores

Veeva Systems

While it's tempting to target the flavors of the week during a market correction, investors ought to spare some time for no-brainer blue-chip stocks to buy for 2023 and beyond. Indeed, the broader market and economic dynamics encourage retail investors to think about value and stability over growth.

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Activision Blizzard

There's still a lot of money on the table based on the buyout price versus today's trading price. But that's because there's risk regulators won't approve the deal.

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Alphabet

NVIDIA

These stocks have enjoyed profound growth over the last five years and are likely to continue growing indefinitely.

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Amazon

Danaher

Mastercard

Tesla

Visa

Calvert Equity Fund is an ESG-focused portfolio that's built to make it through tough times. The best mutual fund's steely defense, though, is also a weapon.

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Bear markets are when smart long-term investors feast on world-beater blue chips at good to great prices. Microsoft is the ultimate sleep-well-at-night bear market buy, in my opinion, a tech utility whose services are essential to businesses.

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Intel

A lower-than-expected inflation print was enough to send beaten-down tech stocks soaring – even those that deal in PCs, which are experiencing the worst downturn in recent history.

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Advanced Micro Devices

Advanced Micro Devices Inc launched its latest data center chip on Thursday and said Microsoft Corp's Azure, Alphabet-owned Google Cloud and Oracle Corp would be some of its customers.

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Autodesk

Match Group

Unity Software

Global X Metaverse ETF

With the recent surge in interest in virtual reality and other immersive technologies, it's no surprise that investors are looking to get in on the action. One area that has seen a lot of excitement lately is metaverse stocks.

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Salesforce

Investors are still searching for a bottom in the stock market. We don't know if it's already in or if more pain is coming.

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Monolithic Power Systems

See who joins GOOGL and MSFT on this screen of Warren Buffett stocks based on the investing strategy of Berkshire Hathaway's CEO. The post Warren Buffett Stocks: MSFT, GOOGL Among 27 Names On This Screen appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

Warren Buffett Stocks: MSFT, GOOGL Among 27 Names On This Screen

Microsoft is investing at least $1 billion in Catawba County by building four data centers there, local officials announced Wednesday.

Microsoft to invest at least $1 billion in North Carolina county

AbbVie

Aflac

Chevron

Coca-Cola

Walmart

With the monetary paradigm shifting beneath our feet, investors have every reason to consider no-brainer dividend stocks to buy for 2023 and beyond. This is no marketing gimmick – folks need to avoid paralysis by analysis and direct their portfolios based on intuitive dynamics.

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Are the best days of cloud computing growth over for Amazon, Microsoft and Google amid rough third-quarter results? The post The First Real Cloud Computing Recession Is Here — What It Means For Tech Stocks Amazon, Google And Microsoft appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

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The EU is developing a long-term gaming and esports strategy while it also investigates Activision Blizzard's $68.7B merger with Microsoft.

EU passes gaming strategy, probing Activision & Microsoft merger

Cash is king. Cash lets companies grow through hard times, which is vital in technology.

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Microsoft has earned plaudits for successfully pivoting from desktop to cloud computing. So is Microsoft stock a buy right now?

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Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ: MSFT) shares are trading higher by 4.18% to $233.89 during Thursday's pre-market session.

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Home Depot

Johnson & Johnson

JPMorgan Chase & Co

Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF

UnitedHealth Group

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Microsoft's fiscal Q1 earnings were not well received. Investors were concerned about the slowdown in percentage growth of the company's Cloud service, Azure.

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BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #ITconsulting--ECI, a leader in public cloud and cybersecurity managed services for the global financial services industry, today announced the launch of its unified cloud offering for Microsoft Modern Workplace solutions and its new status as a Solutions Partner for Modern Work.

ECI Launches Unified Cloud Offering for Microsoft Modern Workplace Cloud Solution

Microsoft (MSFT) faces an antitrust complaint in Europe that alleges it of dominating the cloud service sector through unfair practice.

Microsoft's (MSFT) Cloud Services Face Antitrust Complaint

Netflix

Snowflake

The State Board of Administration of Florida Retirement System has loaded up on shares of streaming giant Netflix Inc. and cloud computing firm Snowflake Inc. in the third quarter, according to SEC filings.

Apple, Microsoft, Amazon Remain Major Holdings — Florida State Pension Fund Also Made These Buys In Q3

Datadog

ServiceNow

Qualtrics International

Fascination in technology stocks is not a new phenomenon by any means. While the recent massive meltdowns of some of the highest profile companies have changed many investors' ideas about the sector, like all market hiccups, this too shall end.

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Microsoft faces a new antitrust complaint over its cloud computing practices as trade group CISPE, whose members include Amazon , took its grievance to European Union antitrust regulators on Wednesday.

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