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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Productivity and Business Processes Operating Income

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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.

Revenue Multiple

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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Amazon

In its most recent quarter, Microsoft returned about $8.4 billion to investors via stock buybacks and dividend payments. Amazon is a crucial AI chess piece at a cheap valuation.

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Over the past five years, Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA ) has outperformed the other six “Magnificent Seven” stocks combined, including Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT ) stock, one of this country's most iconic tech companies.  It's hard to believe that Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has been the software company's leader for over a decade, taking the job on Feb. 4, 2014.

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Alphabet

Tesla

Layoffs are hitting workers at some tech giants like like Google, Microsoft, and Tesla. The job cuts can damage morale, decrease productivity, and deter potential new hires.

Tesla, Google, and Microsoft won't stop laying people off. Here's why that could backfire.

Microsoft is the largest publicly traded company with a market capitalization of $3 trillion. The company's financial performance and valuation make it a fine long-term investment. The Intelligent Cloud and Productivity and Business Processes segments are driving growth for Microsoft, and that growth is likely to continue.

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Visa

Visa can help you cash in on the global shift to digital payments. Microsoft's AI leadership should be a boon for its shareholders.

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Cloud computing has become an integral component of many businesses. The technology allows companies to store more data, increase productivity and save money.

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This company knows how to make money in renewable energy and get its shareholders paid.

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OpenAI, which revolutionized the AI chatbot and launched an AI competition that includes big tech names such as Google, Microsoft and Apple, is launching a search engine.

OpenAI to announce a search engine to rival Google: report

Microsoft must pay patent owner IPA Technologies $242 million, a federal jury in Delaware said on Friday after determining that Microsoft's Cortana virtual-assistant software infringed an IPA patent.

Microsoft hit with $242 million US verdict in Cortana patent lawsuit

Artificial intelligence announcements are expected at Google I/O next week but startup OpenAI could strike first with search engine news.

Will OpenAI Search Announcement Steal Thunder From Google I/O?

As AI grows in popularity, more companies claim to use it even when they don't, or when it's tangential to the business model rather than embedded in it.

AI washing: A Microsoft VC's warning about dubious, and rising, corporate artificial intelligence claims

Okta

Zscaler

Following a monumental run year or so, the stock market is now in a cooling-off period.  Consequently, tech stocks that drove the market to record gains have dipped, creating an excellent entry point for investors.

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Microsoft will launch its own mobile game store in July, the company announced at the Bloomberg Technology Summit on Thursday.

Microsoft is launching its mobile game store in July

DigitalOcean Holdings

For the full-year, the company expects revenue of $760 to $775 million, narrowing the lower end of the range from $755 million.

DigitalOcean Stock Rises After Earnings. It's a Different Cloud Play From Microsoft, Amazon.

Allstate

Eli Lilly

These S&P 500 stocks are industry leaders with good fundamentals and bullish charts. They may be ones you want to look at as you add exposure.

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Microsoft's Intelligent Cloud unit has been thriving thanks to AI. Shares of the tech giant trade at a massive premium to its peers.

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Apple

Chevron

Elevance Health Inc

General Electric

UnitedHealth Group

Exxon Mobil

Giant S&P 500 companies keep tossing dividends and buybacks at investors. The reason is simple: They can't get rid of cash fast.

Ten Stocks Squat On 34% Of The S&P 500's Cash Pile

OpenAI, the artificial intelligence company backed by Microsoft, is reportedly planning to announce its own search product to compete with Google, according to sources familiar with the matter. The announcement is expected to be made on Monday, just a day before Google's annual I/O conference.

OpenAI Set to Challenge Google's Search Dominance

The nation's biggest tech companies have spent more than $25 million lobbying Congress in Q1. Many of the tech giants have pivoted to developing AI tools in the past year.

Tesla, Amazon, Microsoft, and other tech giants are spending millions in DC. Here's who is spending the most.

Microsoft has been facing pressure after Chinese hackers breached Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo's email account. Congress wants to get involved.

House committee asks Microsoft's Brad Smith to attend hearing on security lapses

OpenAI's search product is an extension of its flagship ChatGPT product, and enables ChatGPT to pull in direct information from the Web and include citations.

ChatGPT maker OpenAI to unveil Google search competitor on Monday: sources

In a surprise reveal, Microsoft said Thursday it plans to launch a mobile gaming store later this year.

Microsoft is launching a mobile game store, taking on Apple and Google

OpenAI plans to announce its artificial intelligence-powered search product on Monday, according to two sources familiar with the matter, raising the stakes in its competition with search king Google.

OpenAI plans to announce Google search competitor on Monday, sources say

Google stock, Meta and Microsoft are vying for investor dollars as each promotes a different path to generative AI. Advertising, user data and enterprise customers are all at stake.

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