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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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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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Shares of Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ: MSFT) are up more than 50% this year – an exciting rally that would make investors want to take profit and get out. But Wells Fargo is convinced there's more to come in the months ahead.

This mega-cap tech stock is ‘too good to sell'

The shares of Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT) have received a $400 price target from Wells Fargo. These are the details.

Microsoft (MSFT) Stock: $400 Price Target From Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo analyst Micahel Turrin initiated coverage of Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT) with an Overweight rating and a $400 price target, implying a 15% upside. Even after becoming one of the largest companies on the planet, Microsoft still has a "bright future ahead.

Wells Fargo Sees 'Bright Future Ahead' For Microsoft

Adobe

Microsoft continues its reign as the King of Software as its enterprise value crosses $2.5T. It's also making forays into enterprise applications for the metaverse. Adobe continues to be the undisputed leader in the creative software market. Its 2023 TAM of $147B signifies huge opportunities for the company to leverage.

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JPMorgan Chase & Co

Seagate Technology Holdings PLC

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Amazon

The U.S. Department of Defense is soliciting bids from multiple companies to upgrade its technology capabilities with the benefit of artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analysis and other hallmarks of modern cloud platforms.

Return of the JEDI: Pentagon's multicloud sequel puts Microsoft and Amazon in leading roles

Alphabet

Oracle

The U.S. Defense Department has issued formal solicitations to Amazon.com Inc's (NASDAQ: AMZN) Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ: MSFT), Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ: GOOG) (NASDAQ: GOOGL) Google, and Oracle Corp (NYSE: ORCL) for its Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability (JWCC) contract, the Federal News Network reports. The JWCC contract is the multibillion-dollar project replacing the " ill-fated" JEDI Cloud contract.

DOD Sends Solicitations For JWCC Contract To AWS, Microsoft, Google, Oracle

The Pentagon announced a limited request for bids for a new cloud initiative today that replaces the cancelled $10 billion, decade-long JEDI contract initiative. You may recall (or not) that it previously ran a winner-take-all bid it had dubbed JEDI (short for Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure).

Pentagon announces new cloud initiative to replace ill-fated JEDI contract

JD.com

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Apple

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Accenture Plc

IonQ

Netflix

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The Pentagon plans to give cloud contracts to multiple providers, rather than giving out a single contract to Microsoft, a deal that was later scrapped.

Pentagon asks Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Oracle for bids on new cloud contracts

The Pentagon said Friday it is seeking bids from the four largest cloud providers for a controversial multibillion-dollar contract that has taken years to award.

Pentagon seeks bids from Amazon, Microsoft, Google and Oracle for major cloud contract

Deep customer relationships and strong cash flows will keep Microsoft's moat intact for years. Microsoft has a large user base across multiple platforms which, when combined, gives the company a large moat.

Microsoft: The Incumbent Advantage Creates A Large Moat

Activision Blizzard

Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ: MSFT) gaming EVP Phil Spencer is evaluating its relationship with Activision Blizzard Inc (NASDAQ: ATVI) following indifference to official sexual misconduct incidents by Activision CEO, the Wall Street Journal reports. Microsoft was Activision's fourth-largest customer in 2020.

Microsoft Reacts To Activision's CEO Indifference Against Sexual Misconduct

Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ: MSFT) has observed multiple Iranian threat actors targeting the IT services sector in attacks that aim to steal sign-in credentials belonging to downstream customer networks to enable further attacks.  The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Center (MSTIC) and Digital Security Unit (DSU) assess this as part of a broader spying objective to compromise organizations of interest to the Iranian regime.

Microsoft Sees Growing Iranian Spying Threat On IT Sector

Advanced Micro Devices

Microsoft and AMD have delivered twice the return of the S&P 500 this year, and they could do it again in 2022.

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Microsoft has released SynapseML, a new open source project designed to make it easier to create AI model pipelines.

Microsoft open-sources SynapseML for developing AI pipelines

Bayer AG

Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ: MSFT) and Bayer AG (OTC: BAYRY) (OTC: BAYZF) collaborated on new internet-based products aimed at helping farmers and industries tied to agriculture. The financial terms of the arrangement remain undisclosed.

Microsoft, Bayer Collaborate To Develop Digital Agricultural Tools, Capabilities

Microsoft once again regained the title of the world's largest company by market capitalization. Microsoft Cloud's market share has nearly doubled within the last three years.

FAANG Leader Microsoft Is Banking On 4 Key Trends

Home Depot

QUALCOMM

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Cisco Systems

Disney

Exxon Mobil

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Microsoft's Windows 10 release cadence now aligns with Windows 11, which came out last month. Users can stick with Windows 10 through 2025.

Microsoft moves to annual updates for Windows 10, halving the number of yearly upgrades for its users

Alibaba

Etsy

Alibaba Group Holdings, Inc (NYSE: BABA), Etsy, Inc (NASDAQ: ETSY) and Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT) are all trading higher in strong uptrends. An uptrend occurs when a stock consistently makes a series of higher highs and higher lows on the chart.

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Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ: MSFT) launched a series of data centers at three sites in Sweden that run entirely on green energy through a partnership with state-owned utility Vattenfall AB. The centers are Microsoft's first to have backup generators that run on diesel containing at least 50% renewable raw material.

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