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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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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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Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT) has been slammed by the US government over security errors which allowed Chinese-backed hackers access to senior officials' email accounts. “Microsoft's security culture was inadequate and requires an overhaul,” a Biden administration-appointed review board found on Tuesday.

Microsoft's cybersecurity practices slammed by US government

Amazon

NVIDIA

Nvidia, Microsoft, and Amazon are among the most popular artificial intelligence (AI) stocks, and rightly so. They are some of the largest companies in the world, with each sporting a valuation of more than $1 trillion.

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Apple

Guardant Health Inc

Starting in 2014, and even more notably in 2016 as Warren Buffett himself chipped in, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) became the benchmark company, and investors around the world were trying to find the ‘next Apple.'

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Alphabet

Tesla

The Magnificent Seven represent some of the largest and most-influential publicly traded businesses. A top-performing Magnificent Seven stock with easily identifiable competitive advantages is ripe for the picking in April by opportunistic investors.

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Certain Magnificent Seven stocks are on the decline this year. But four members of the group -- potential leaders in the artificial intelligence revolution -- continue to soar.

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BOSTON — In a scathing indictment of Microsoft corporate security and transparency, a Biden administration-appointed review board issued a report Tuesday saying “a cascade of errors” by the tech giant let state-backed Chinese cyber operators break into email accounts of senior U.S. officials including Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo.

Scathing federal report rips Microsoft for shoddy security, insincerity in response to Chinese hack

When it comes to picking stocks, all of us want to ensure capital gains and steady returns. While the market cannot be timed, it is possible to pick stocks that have the potential to keep thriving, no matter the circumstances.

3 Blue-Chip Stock Gems to Buy for Under $500 in April

The U.S. Cyber Safety Review Board is expected to issue a report detailing lapses by Microsoft that led to a targeted Chinese hack of top U.S. government officials' emails last year, the Washington Post reported on Tuesday.

Review board to issue report detailing Microsoft's lapses in China hack, Washington Post reports

What makes stock prices go up and down? I don't know but my guess is it all depends on how a company performs compared to investor expectations.

Buy Four Big Tech Stocks — Nvidia, Meta, Microsoft, Amazon — Sell Apple And Tesla

Dow Jones software giant Microsoft, along with Google stock and Deckers, boast rising profit estimates in the stock market today.

Dow Jones Leader Microsoft, Magnificent Seven Stock Google Boast Rising Profit Estimates

Dividends rose by $16 billion in the first quarter of 2024.

Are Investors Warming Up To Dividends? What Meta, Microsoft Tell Investors

Microsoft (MSFT) is set to sell Teams separately from its Office product globally. The decision comes after the company unbundled the two products in Europe to avert a possible EU antitrust fine.

Microsoft (MSFT) Splits Teams and Office to Counter EU Scrutiny

Logitech

Stocks like NVIDIA Corporation, Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN), Meta Platforms, Inc. (META), Logitech International (LOGI) and Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) are ongoing leading the tech rally.

Forget Inflation, Buy These 5 Stocks on the Ongoing Tech Rally

As one of the world's leading companies, Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) has not only revolutionized the tech landscape but has also become a powerhouse in the global economy. In this article, we delve into the intricate question of who owns Microsoft, uncovering the key players who hold stakes in this tech behemoth.

Who owns Microsoft?

The pundit felt compelled to issue an update on the tech giant following recent news on two of its products. Microsoft remains a solid buy, in his view.

1 Wall Street Analyst Thinks Microsoft Stock Is Going to $465. Is It a Buy Around $425?

ASML Hld

Intel

Micron Technology

Oracle

Snowflake

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been the name of the game throughout 2023 and the boom persisted into the first quarter of 2024 with certain involved companies – Super Micro Computer (SMCI) – making stunning, 100%+ gains in mere months.

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Nvidia has seen demand for its GPUs plummet before. Cloud computing uses a lot of GPUs.

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Cadence Design Systems

SoundHound AI Inc

When looking into the best Nasdaq AI stocks to buy, it is important to look at the economy as a whole. The future of the US economy looks promising as recent data reveals a robust and resilient growth trajectory.

Scorching Hot: 3 Nasdaq AI Stocks to Buy Now

Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT ) stock has transformed itself into a technology powerhouse, overtaking the likes of Apple in 2024. That is for good reason, as the company will be a major beneficiary of the AI revolution.

Why Microsoft Stock Is a Must-Buy in 2024 and Beyond

Rubrik Inc

Microsoft-backed cybersecurity company Rubrik files plans to go public. It follows impressive trading debuts by Reddit and Astera Labs last month.

Microsoft-Backed Rubrik Shows IPO Market Is Back, and Other Tech News Today

Jefferies maintained a buy rating on the shares with a $550 price target. Artificial intelligence is expected to be a key catalyst for Microsoft's growth.

Microsoft Stock Has 30% Upside, According to 1 Wall Street Analyst

Microsoft says it will offer its Teams and Office 365 separately for business customers globally, unbundling the two programs and expanding an approach that it introduced in the European Economic Area and Switzerland last year.

Microsoft unbundles Office and Teams globally in new attempt to appease antitrust regulators

It's no secret that the Magnificent 7 stocks have performed exceptionally well throughout 2023 and into 2024.  In this article we're going to look at the best case scenarios for those equities.

The Best Case Scenarios for the Magnificent 7 Stocks in 2024

Salesforce

Zoom Video

Microsoft's decision to untie its Teams communications app from Office bundles is a potential boon for rivals Zoom and Salesforce.

Zoom and Salesforce stand to benefit from Microsoft's unbundling of Teams and Office

American Express

Caterpillar

Cintas Corp

Intuit

Walmart

Some investors look for growth stocks that don't offer dividends. While no dividend payments allow corporations to reinvest cash back into their businesses, this structure presents a problem for shareholders.

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