Revenue segments as reported by the company.

Productivity & Business Processes

Intelligent Cloud

More Personal Computing

Revenue Segments

Gross Profit, Operating Income, and Net Income as a percentage of Revenue

Gross Margin

Operating Margin

Profit Margin

Margins

An operating expense is an expense a business incurs through its normal business operations. Often abbreviated as OPEX.

Sales & Marketing

General & Administrative

Operating Expenses

Productivity and Business Processes Operating Income

Intelligent Cloud Operating Income

More Personal Computing Operating Income

Operating Income by Segment

Year over year growth in Revenue and Operating Expenses.

Revenue Y/Y

OpEx Y/Y

Growth

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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Intangibles

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Cash from other sources

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Free cash flow

Apple

Fidelity MSCI Information Technology Index ETF

iShares Global Tech ETF

iShares U.S. Technology ETF

Vanguard Information Technology ETF

Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund

Microsoft (MSFT) has been caught in a spree of heavy technology sector sell-off in recent weeks, erasing most of its gains made this year. There might be gains in store if MSFT comes up with an earnings beat as demand for generative AI will continue to fuel cloud business.

What's in Store for Microsoft ETFs This Earnings Season?

Microsoft has announced the development of a small, locally run family of AI language models called Phi-3 mini. In their Technical Report posted on the arXiv preprint server, the team behind the new SLM describes it as more capable than others of its size and more cost effective than larger models.

Microsoft claims that small, localized language models can be powerful as well

Amazon

Microsoft and Amazon asked to comment on tie-ups, a move that paves way for formal investigation

UK competition watchdog steps up scrutiny of big tech's role in AI startups

NVIDIA

Enterprises of all sizes are increasingly leveraging the combined power of cloud computing and AI. Forecast growth is high, making AI cloud stocks a strong investment consideration.

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California Water Service Group

iShares MSCI USA ESG Optimized ETF

Procure Disaster Recovery ETF

KraneShares Global Carbon ETF

NEXTracker Inc

Invesco Water Resources ETF

Sterling Construction

Invesco Solar ETF

Rising global warming and its adverse impact on Earth makes it important for investors to be socially responsive while creating their investment portfolio. While these stocks and ETFs should gain, rising natural disasters should also boost businesses of disaster recovery stocks.

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Cisco Systems

Tech giant Cisco Systems on Wednesday joined Microsoft and IBM in signing onto a Vatican-sponsored pledge to ensure artificial intelligence is developed and used ethically and to benefit the common good.

Cisco Systems joins Microsoft, IBM in Vatican pledge to ensure ethical use and development of AI

The U.K.'s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is launching preliminary enquiries into whether the close-knit tie-ups and hiring practices involving Microsoft, Amazon and a trio of AI startup falls within the scope of its merger rules — and whether the arrangements could impact competition in the U.K. market.

UK probes Amazon and Microsoft over AI partnerships with Mistral, Anthropic, and Inflection

Upcoming quarterly reports from U.S. tech giants may show Microsoft is closing the gap on cloud-computing market leader Amazon.com as more businesses switch to its services, attracted by a clutch of generative AI features that are powered by OpenAI's technology.

Microsoft's AI lead puts Amazon cloud dominance on watch

British antitrust regulators are seeking views on partnerships between Microsoft and Amazon with smaller generative AI model makers.

Microsoft, Amazon AI partnerships face scrutiny from British regulators

Automatic Data Processing

Brookfield Renewable Partners

Brookfield Infrastructure

Blackrock Inc

Brookfield Corp

Canadian Natural Resources

Fortis

Home Depot

LeMaitre Vascular

Magna International

Nutrien

Starbucks

Toronto-Dominion Bank

TELUS

Texas Instruments

Visa

My dividend payout is slightly smaller than last year, as I previously held Enbridge, a generous dividend payer.

Doubling Down On Telus In Smith Maneuver - March 2024 Dividend Income Report

Information on deals relating to artificial intelligence (AI) between the likes of Amazon.com Inc and Microsoft Corp is being sought by Britain's Competition and Markets Authority. This is in a bid to determine whether such partnerships fall under UK merger rules, the CMA said on Wednesday.

Amazon, Microsoft AI deals at centre of CMA call for input

Britain's competition watchdog said on Wednesday it was seeking comments on the AI partnerships between Microsoft and Mistral AI, as well as between Amazon and Anthropic.

UK watchdog seeks views on Microsoft's and Amazon's AI partnerships

Alphabet

Johnson & Johnson

JPMorgan Chase & Co

PayPal

AT&T

Verizon

More lawmakers traded these stocks than any others over the last three years. The list includes big winners such as Microsoft and Nvidia.

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Microsoft and Cognizant just announced a wide-ranging strategic partnership. The pair will combine their artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation expertise to accelerate the adoption of generative AI.

Microsoft Just Expanded Its Partnership with a Critical Ally in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Revolution

The long-term outperformance of the Magnificent Seven stocks have often made them irresistible to investors -- including members of Congress. However, lawmakers were active sellers of three Magnificent Seven components in 2023.

Meet the 3 "Magnificent Seven" Stocks Members of Congress Can't Stop Selling

Broadcom

We screened for companies with expected first-quarter sales growth of 30% or more, compared with the year-ago period. We found three promising nontech names.

3 Stocks With Strong Sales That Could Break Out From the Pack

Tesla

What a difference a week makes. The bulls took control today as the magnificent seven tech stocks rallied and all three of the major indices ended in the green amid an eventful earnings week.

These Magnificent Seven Stocks Pulled the Stock Market Higher Today

With earnings season upon us, here's how we can go bullish on Microsoft with limited risk.

With Earnings Coming For Big Tech, Here's An Option Play On Microsoft

Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT) is up 1.7% at $407.61 today, bouncing off familiar support at the $400 level.

Microsoft Stock Has Support Ahead of Earnings

With Alphabet (GOOGL) and Microsoft's (MSFT) quarterly reports set for Thursday, April 25, let's see which big tech stock is more attractive at the moment.

Alphabet (GOOGL) Vs. Microsoft (MSFT): Which Tech Giant is More Attractive Ahead of Earnings

S&P 500: Positive Q1 earnings growth for the S&P 500 rests on these five Magnificent Seven stocks, including Alphabet, Meta and Microsoft, which report this week.

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