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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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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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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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Apple

Alphabet

Tech stocks sold off Thursday as investors confronted the implications of a weaker economy, demonstrated by Apple.

Apple downgrade sparks tech selloff, sending Alphabet and Microsoft to one-year lows

Nearly a fifth of the S&P 500 index sank to new 52-week lows Thursday led by some of the biggest names in the tech sector.

Microsoft, Google parent Alphabet, and nearly a fifth of S&P 500 hits 52-week lows

PayPal

There's no question that we're in a bear market. Whether you use the arbitrary “down 20%” rule of thumb or simply look at the price action, it's clearly bear-market territory.

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Microsoft is in a downward momentum. Its 6-month price performance is -22.15%. This decline is worse than IBM's -7.48%. EMA and Stochastic technical indicators are indicating MSFT is going to decline further.

Microsoft: Improving Profitability Despite Stiff Competition

Visa

Nearly 50% of the S&P 500's Core Earnings comes from just 41 companies. The companies represent only 8% of the number of firms in the index, but over 40% of the index's market capitalization.

The S&P 500's Biggest Earners Look Relatively Cheap

This tech giant has the look of future dividend royalty.

A Future Dividend Aristocrat That Nobody Talks About

The app will be delisted from Apple's App Store on Oct. 5.

Microsoft is Discontinuing SwiftKey for iOS

SAP SE

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Accenture Plc

CVB Financial

Investar Hhld

Texas Instruments

At this juncture, one should consider stocks that have recently raised their dividend payments. Five such stocks are: ACN, CVBF, ISTR, MSFT and TXN.

5 Stocks in Focus on Recent Dividend Hike Amid Market Mayhem

Humana

Their yields aren't high, but these companies have been aggressively raising their dividend payments in recent years.

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Amazon

Bank of America

CrowdStrike

Enterprise Products Partners

Green Thumb Industries Inc.

Mastercard

Western Digital

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Space and Time, the first Web3-native data platform connecting on-chain and off-chain data to offer an enterprise-grade, trustless automation environment for smart contracts, has secured $20 million in a strategic funding round that attracted major investors across the ecosystem.

Microsoft fund leads $20 million funding for Web3 platform Space and Time

Space and Time, a decentralized data platform, has raised $20 million in strategic funding to help businesses grow through smart contract technology. “Our mission is to make smart contracts smarter and expand the use cases of business logic through smart contracts,” Nate Holiday, co-founder and CEO of Space and Time, said to TechCrunch.

Microsoft's M12 led $20M investment in web3 platform Space and Time

Investors with a focus on dividend growth investing might be interested to know that three large companies in the information technology sector recently raised the size of their dividend payments. For those counting on dividends in retirement, payment increases can help improve financial stability.

3 Technology Companies Raising Dividends

Amgen

Caterpillar

Celsius Holdings

Clearfield

Chevron

Dow Inc

Enphase Energy

Fusion Pharmaceuticals

Intrepid Potash

Johnson & Johnson

JPMorgan Chase & Co

Larimar Therapeutics Inc

McDonald's

Merck

TravelCenters of America

Tidewater

Viridian Therapeutics

Wave Life Sciences

Two new Breakout Stocks for Week 39 with better than 10% short-term upside potential and a Dow 30 Pick. Average cumulative returns now down to +108.7% YTD. This week no picks beat 10% gains in less than a week with SLCR peak at +7.1% and continuing the highest negative Momentum Gauges® warning levels since July.

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Microsoft's former VP of HR told Insider the three types of employees who are most likely to be let go during hard times — and who's safest.

Microsoft's former VP of HR shares the types of employees who are most likely to be laid off

The tech sector's downturn offers investors an opportunity to pick up shares of Apple and Microsoft at a discount.

Stock Market Sell-Off: 2 Safe Tech Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever

The U.K. has begun probing the cloud market to see whether Amazon, Microsoft and Google are stifling competition and innovation. Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure and Google are referred to as “hyperscalers” because of the size of the data centers they use to process and store data.

UK Scrutinizes Amazon, Google, Microsoft Over Competition in Cloud Market

Salesforce

NVIDIA

Here are the three stocks with good ESG ratings, incentives, and stock market review.

As an ESG Investor, Put These Three Stocks in Your Portfolio Now

We cautioned investors to be wary about joining MSFT's summer rally on valuation concerns. Accordingly, it has reversed to re-test its June lows. The company remains confident about its execution through a recession, given its secular growth drivers. Therefore, investors need to ask themselves whether its valuation makes sense now.

Microsoft: Buy Here And Ride Through The Coming Recession

Beyond Meat

Good news. You can put Netflix on your consumer goods stocks watch list.

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American Tower

Software giant Microsoft, consulting firm Accenture, and American Tower REIT lifted dividends in a fairly quiet stretch for such announcements among large U.S. companies.

Microsoft, Accenture, and American Tower Boost Dividends

Based on technical analysis, Microsoft has rendered its immediate potential bullish structure a complete fail. An initial buy up at the $240 region gave credence to a pattern that could see $350 in the near term.

Microsoft's Chunky Dividend Raise Not Enough To Convince Investors (Technical Analysis)

Now that these companies are direct competitors more than ever, which stock can better serve investors?

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