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Salesforce Platform & Other

Professional Services & Other

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Heroku is a cloud platform as a service supporting several programming languages that is used as a web application deployment model. Heroku, one of the first cloud platforms, has been in development since June 2007, when it supported only the Ruby programming language, but now supports Java, Node.js, Scala, Clojure, Python, PHP, and Go. For this reason, Heroku is said to be a polyglot platform as it lets the developer build, run and scale applications in a similar manner across all the languages.

Heroku

Quip is a collaborative productivity software suite for mobile and the Web. It allows groups of people to create and edit documents and spreadsheets as a group, typically for business purposes.

Quip

Demandware is a software technology company headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, providing a cloud-based e-commerce platform and related services for retailers and brand manufacturers around the world. In 2016, Demandware was acquired by Salesforce for $2.8B.

Demandware

Work.com (Formerly Rypple) is a social performance management platform that helps managers and employees improve work performance through continuous coaching, real-time feedback, and recognition. It is marketed as a solution for sales performance, customer service, marketing, and as a service that can be employed by human resource departments.

Work.com

Slack Technologies, Inc.—acquired by Salesforce ($CRM) for $27.7B in July 2021—is a messaging platform businesses. Per the terms of the deal, Slack shareholders received $26.79 in cash and 0.0776 shares of Salesforce for each share owned. See the $CRM stock page for updates on Slack as a subsidiary of Salesforce.
Slack was founded by Daniel Stewart Butterfield, Bradley J. Horowitz, Eric Costello, Callum James Henderson-Begg, and Serguei Mourachov in 2009 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Slack Technologies

Salesforce, Inc. engages in the design and development of cloud-based enterprise software for customer relationship management. Its solutions include sales force automation, customer service and support, marketing automation, digital commerce, community management, collaboration, industry-specific solutions, and salesforce platform. The firm also provides guidance, support, training, and advisory services. The company was founded by Marc Russell Benioff and Parker Harris in 1999 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

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CRM exceeds Q1 targets, focuses on AI innovation and profitability

CRM's Q1 earnings call highlighted its strong performance and focus on AI innovation, productivity, and profitability. While facing challenges in certain segments, the company is leveraging opportunities in AI strategy and generative AI to drive value for customers. The focus on profitability and long-term efficiency gains reflects the company's commitment to sustainable growth.

Salesforce reports strong Q2 results, raises fiscal '24 revenue guidance

Salesforce's Q2 performance reflects strong revenue growth, margin acceleration, and a focus on AI and data. The company is navigating challenges related to professional services headwinds and anticipated cash tax increases. Opportunities lie in multi-cloud expansion, international acceleration, and leveraging AI for growth.

Salesforce exceeds Q3 revenue expectations, focuses on AI and Data Cloud

Salesforce's Q3 earnings call showcased robust financial performance, driven by strong revenue growth and margin expansion. The company's strategic focus on AI, Data Cloud, and trust revolution positions it well for future growth, despite challenges from transactional business and potential optimizations in SaaS licenses. Overall, Salesforce is optimistic about the opportunities presented by new technologies and pricing changes.

Salesforce surpasses revenue targets, aims for 27% margin growth

Salesforce's Q4 performance exceeded expectations, driven by MuleSoft and Tableau success, aiming for a 27% non-GAAP operating margin in fiscal '24.
The company is committed to profitability, customer success, and transforming for growth, with a focus on efficiency and margin enhancement.
Challenges include economic headwinds, balancing profitability with growth, and operational execution of margin optimization initiatives.
Opportunities include achieving margin targets, share repurchase plans, and leveraging mentorship for further growth and efficiency.

Salesforce exceeds margin targets, focuses on generative AI growth

Salesforce delivered strong Q1 results, exceeding margin targets and showcasing revenue growth, with a focus on generative AI and customer-centric strategies.
Challenges in professional services and certain sectors were noted, while opportunities lie in AI investments, customer productivity enhancements, and data protection.
The company's long-term strategies align with generative AI advancements, aiming to drive profitability improvements and efficiency gains through innovative approaches.
Despite regional revenue variations, Salesforce remains focused on driving sales productivity, upmarket sales, and transformative AI solutions for future growth and success.

Salesforce reports robust Q2 earnings, focuses on AI transformation

Salesforce's Q2 performance reflects strong financial results, margin growth, and strategic focus on AI and customer success. While facing challenges from restructuring and cash taxes, the company's disciplined approach and market leadership position it well for future growth and innovation.

Salesforce excels in Q3 with strong growth and margin expansion

Salesforce's Q3 performance showcased strong growth, margin expansion, and operational excellence, driven by successful initiatives and strategic investments. While facing challenges in transactional business and pricing changes, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities in AI, Data Cloud, and customer value.

Salesforce reports stellar Q4 performance, eyes AI transformation opportunities

Salesforce's Q4 2024 earnings call showcased robust financial performance, strong international growth, and a focus on AI innovation and customer value.
Challenges include optimizing professional services revenue, navigating pricing changes, and ensuring smooth AI adoption for sustained growth.
Opportunities lie in leveraging Data Cloud and AI demand, guiding industry AI transformation, and expanding revenue streams through product integration and market reach.
Overall, Salesforce's strategic focus on profitable growth, customer-centric innovation, and financial stability positions the company for continued success in FY '25.

Salesforce reports solid Q1 growth, focuses on AI and data

Salesforce's Q1 performance showed revenue growth and margin improvement, with strong international expansion.
Data Cloud business and strategic partnerships are driving growth, while challenges include deal cycles and economic impacts.
Opportunities lie in AI transformation, customer automation, and diverse pricing models to enhance competitiveness.
Overall, Salesforce's focus on innovation and customer-centric solutions positions it well for future growth and success.

Salesforce reports strong Q2 results, eyes growth with Agentforce

Salesforce's Q2 performance reflects solid revenue growth and product innovation with Agentforce. Financial outlook for fiscal year '25 is positive, with raised margin and cash flow guidance. Challenges include achieving double-digit growth and managing the CFO transition, while opportunities lie in AI, innovation, and customer success.

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Having cutting-edge technology could boost revenue, but Salesforce isn't announcing prices for its new sales, marketing and service tools yet.

Salesforce follows Microsoft in launching A.I. tools for salespeople with help from OpenAI

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Salesforce (NYSE: CRM), the global leader in CRM, today launched Einstein GPT, the world's first generative AI CRM technology, which delivers AI-created content across every sales, service, marketing, commerce, and IT interaction, at hyperscale. With Einstein GPT, Salesforce will transform every customer experience with generative AI.

Salesforce Announces Einstein GPT, the World's First Generative AI for CRM

Salesforce announced a new partnership with OpenAI, alongside the launch of the Einstein GPT generative AI service.

Einstein AI was good, but Salesforce claims Einstein GPT is even better

Benioff steered Salesforce through both the dot-com crash and financial crisis, and now he's preparing for a similarly difficult period.

Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff is bracing for a brutal recession - and says he was blindsided by the market chaos last year

The business-software company is slimming teams and taking other steps to pump up its profit margins.

Salesforce Strives to Make Sales Force More Efficient

Shopify

ZoomInfo Technologies

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Celsius Holdings

Chevron

New Oriental Education & Technology Group

Enphase Energy

JPMorgan Chase & Co

Coca-Cola

Merck

Northern Oil and Gas

Procter & Gamble

Superior Industries International

Walmart

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Marc Benioff says Elon Musk could teach tech CEOs a thing or two, but harsh layoffs could have negative long-term consequences, experts told Insider.

Salesforce CEO asks if tech execs should 'unleash' their inner Elon Musk. Experts say that's an awful idea.

Salesforce Inc (CRM) beat earnings-per-share estimates after the closing bell on March 1, 2023.

Salesforce Gapped Higher On Better-Than-Expected Earnings. Here's How To Trade The Stock Now

One analyst thinks Salesforce won't be able to compete well with Veeva in life sciences after their broad-based agreement that bans competition ends in 2025.

Salesforce faces an underappreciated risk: Platform customers jumping ship like Veeva

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The cloud-based CRM leader is bracing for slower growth this year.

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Kroger

Let's see if it's time to buy Salesforce and Kroger stock following their impressive fourth-quarter reports.

Time to Buy Salesforce (CRM) & Kroger (KR) Stock After Earnings?

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The company posted better-than-expected fiscal Q4 results.

Why Shares of Salesforce Soared This Week

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February was a tough month for the market but all is not lost. Stocks like Salesforce.com (NYSE: CRM), Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META), and NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) came out with many upgrades that have these stocks not only bottoming but in reversal.

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Caterpillar

iShares MSCI Mexico ETF

iShares North American Tech-Software ETF

Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund

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Fidelity Cloud Computing ETF

First Trust Dow Jones Internet Index Fund

Salesforce stock surged post upbeat earnings and guidance. These ETFs should benefit.

Salesforce Surges Post Earnings: ETFs to Benefit

Salesforce revealed financial progress in its quarterly results, indicated it would throttle pricey deals and installed new board members, including a representative from ValueAct Capital. Co-founder and chief executive Marc Benioff said improving profitability is the top priority. The company is making better use of capital too. It doubled its share repurchase program to $20 billion and says it will rethink and reduce stock-based pay.

Salesforce Sufficiently Acquiesces To Angry Mob

Salesforce, Inc. CRM shares rose sharply on Thursday after the company reported better-than-expected Q4 results and issued strong guidance. Several analysts also raised their price targets on the stock following quarterly earnings.

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The stock market advanced Thursday, as the 10-year Treasury yield closed above 4% for the first time since November. CRM stock surged above an entry.

Stock Market Advances Even As 10-Year Treasury Yield Tops 4%; Salesforce Stages Breakaway Gap

The company's elimination of an M&A committee also helps propel a sharp rally in the stock price.

Salesforce Profit Outlook Buoys Software Maker Against Activist Investors

The software giant's vastly improved profitability dazzled investors.

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Salesforce delivered excellent earnings to close out the year, and a great outlook on the next.

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