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Sales Cloud

Service Cloud

Marketing & Commerce Cloud

Salesforce Platform & Other

Professional Services & Other

Integration and Analytics

Revenue Segments

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

Gross Margin

Operating Margin

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Margins

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

Restructuring

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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

Salesforce

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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Cash from other sources

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W.W. Grainger

Marvell Technology

Nexstar Media Group

Universal Health Services

Robust sales growth is vital to gauge a company's ability to sustain its business. Let's check out Nexstar Media (NXST), Universal Health (UHS), salesforce.com (CRM), Grainger (GWW) and Marvell (MRVL), as these witness top-line growth.

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Salesforce is paving the way for companies to transform operations digitally, and the stock drop offers a buying opportunity for long-term investors.

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UBS analyst Karl Keirstead downgraded Salesforce.com Inc (NYSE:CRM) to Neutral from Buy with a price target of $265, down from $315. The price target implies an upside of 6.7%.

UBS Downgrades Salesforce.com To Neutral; Slashes Price Target By 16%

Amazon

Datadog

Dynatrace Inc

Elastic N.V

Snowflake

Splunk

This company is a leader in digital transformation yet trades at a relative bargain to the sector.

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Novavax

Ping Identity Holding Corp

Trulieve Cannabis Corp.

Even though it's Dec. 31, investors have extra time to make smart moves with their money.

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Salesforce.com (CRM) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

Why Is Salesforce.com (CRM) Up 1.2% Since Last Earnings Report?

The mean of analysts' price targets for Salesforce.com (CRM) points to a 26.7% upside in the stock. While this highly sought-after metric has not proven reasonably effective, strong agreement among analysts in raising earnings estimates does indicate an upside in the stock.

How Much Upside is Left in Salesforce.com (CRM)? Wall Street Analysts Think 27%

Apple

Boeing

Cisco Systems

Disney

Procter & Gamble

The stock market finished the third-to-last day of the year with new records for the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average.

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Okta

RingCentral

Zoom Video

Should work-from-home stocks be back in focus as coronavirus cases are surging?

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Adobe

ServiceNow

Workday

In just a blink of an eye, the software stocks have been hammered. Some of the top stocks actually have fallen back enough to become very attractive for growth stock investors with a somewhat higher risk tolerance.

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Goldman Sachs

Sherwin-Williams

Blue-chip companies are companies that have a substantial market share in their industry. Unlike most growth stocks, blue-chips have stable revenue and are often more profitable.

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Align Technology

Garmin

Now appears to be a solid time for long-term investors to consider buying strong stocks at discounts for 2022 and beyond.

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The future looks bright for Salesforce shareholders.

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Invesco QQQ

The specter of three rate hikes by the Federal Reserve during 2022 is weighing on growth stocks. Here's you can capitalize as they tumble.

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Salesforce keeps their offerings open and unified such that there is a single source of truth for customers. The AppExchange is an open and collaborative ecosystem.

Salesforce Thrives With An Open Mindset

Salesforce stock is now down 17% over the last 30 days. Could this be a buying opportunity?

Why Salesforce.com Stock Is Down Today

Oracle

Could cloud computing stocks resume their momentum to end the year strongly?

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Based on our machine learning analysis of trends in the stock price over the last ten years, there is a 83% chance of a rise in CRM stock over the next month (twenty-one trading days).

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Costco

Shopify

These fast growers seem likely to keep growing -- a lot.

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Salesforce.com Inc (NYSE: CRM) is grappling with a sales-growth slowdown and a wave of high-level departures at MuleSoft, Bloomberg reports. The software maker acquired the company for $5.67 billion in 2018.

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Zscaler

Both of these businesses benefit from strong leadership and a great corporate culture.

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Salesforce is still digesting Slack, and took a hit to earnings as it increased marketing to feature it. CRM stock is still on track to grow.

Time to Buy Salesforce on the Tech Dip

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Salesforce (NYSE: CRM) and Vox Media today announced a new partnership to bring video of the award-winning tech and business podcast Pivot to Salesforce+ , a new streaming service that offers live experiences and on-demand original content for companies, industries, and the people who power them. Co-hosted by journalist and entrepreneur Kara Swisher and bestselling author, NYU professor, and entrepreneur Scott Galloway, Vox Media and New York Magazine's Pivot offers sharp, unfiltered insights into the biggest stories in tech, business, and politics.

Salesforce and Vox Media Partner for Exclusive Streaming of Award-Winning Pivot on Salesforce+

Q3 earnings raised many questions, which pressured the stock.

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