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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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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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Brad Smith – the President of Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ: MSFT) says artificial general intelligence or “AGI” is highly unlikely to realise in the near term.

Microsoft says artificial general intelligence (AGI) could take decades

RingCentral

SoundHound AI Inc

Voice recognition tech has existed for decades, but it's finally getting its moment in the sun. As we increasingly move towards mobile optimization, users want tools that help on the go without having to stare down at a screen.

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OpenAI says Microsoft has a seat on its new board, but no voting rights. The artificial intelligence (AI) company made this announcement late Wednesday (Nov. 29) following reports that Microsoft — its largest investor — would not have a place on its newly-minted board.

OpenAI Board Gives Microsoft ‘Non-Voting Observer' Status

Apple

AbbVie

AMC Entertainment

Amazon

Salesforce

Altamira Therapeutics Ltd

Disney

GameStop

Unlimited HFND Multi-Strategy Return Tracker ETF

ImmunoGen

Nutanix

NVIDIA

Pure Storage

RedHill Biopharma

Snowflake

Tesla

Ulta Beauty

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Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) has, alongside the Treasury, offered more information on plans to make its largest ever investment in the UK, which is set to benefit artificial intelligence data centres. Some £2.5 billion will be spent over the next three years on AI infrastructure, including on sites in London, Cardiff and potentially up north, a statement read on Thursday.

Microsoft details £2.5 billion UK AI data centre investment

Applied Materials

Advanced Micro Devices

Dell Technologies

Gap Inc

Netflix

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Visa

Walmart

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Broadcom

It was called an “iPhone moment” for artificial intelligence, likened to the development of the World Wide Web for the internet, dubbed a Cambrian explosion, equated to the invention of the lightbulb or the printing press.

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UiPath

Palantir Technologies

Microsoft has a diverse business that artificial intelligence can make even better. Palantir Technologies has been helping companies identify ways that artificial intelligence can improve their operations.

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Sam Altman is officially back as OpenAI CEO, but it's not a return to the status quo. His comeback marks a new era, and one that will be closely watched over by Microsoft.

Microsoft Grabs More AI Power With OpenAI Board Seat

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates , Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leaders from the United Nations and Microsoft Corp. on Thursday announced a partnership that will enable the UNFCCC to create a new AI-powered platform and global climate data hub to measure and analyze global progress in reducing emissions. This will dramatically simplify the process to validate and analyze climate data submitted by the 196 Parties to the Paris Agreement.

UNFCCC partners with Microsoft to use AI and advanced data technology to track global carbon emissions and assess progress under the Paris Agreement

Microsoft will have a non-voting board seat at OpenAI, the company announced on Wednesday.

Microsoft secures non-voting board seat at OpenAI

After one of the more dramatic few weeks in recent corporate history, OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman is officially its chief executive again.

Sam Altman's return as OpenAI CEO is official, Microsoft gets non-voting seat on board

OpenAI, the AI company behind ChatGPT, has appointed a new board of directors and added Microsoft as a non-voting observer after a series of events that led to the firing of its CEO and the near-departure of hundreds of employees.

Microsoft joins OpenAI board as a non-voting observer after CEO shakeup

In the closing of the recent trading day, Microsoft (MSFT) stood at $378.85, denoting a -1.01% change from the preceding trading day.

Microsoft (MSFT) Suffers a Larger Drop Than the General Market: Key Insights

American Express

Fiverr

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Costco

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Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT ) UBS Global Technology Conference November 29, 2023 12:15 PM ET Company Participants Alysa Taylor - Corporate Vice President, Azure & Industry Conference Call Participants Karl Keirstead - UBS Karl Keirstead Okay. Thank you, everybody.

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) UBS Global Technology Conference

Alphabet

JPMorgan Chase & Co

The ‘Magnificent Seven' is like the ‘Nifty 50'? If only they could be so lucky.

Li Auto Inc.

The landscape for top growth stocks in 2023 is radiating with potential after an unimpressive 2022. With signs of inflation slowing, investors are reevaluating their approach to these dynamic equities.

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Amazon.com Inc's AMZN new artificial intelligence chip, Trainium2, is set to give Microsoft Corp MSFT some serious competition.

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Some of OpenAI's biggest investors are reportedly not invited to the company's new board. That includes Microsoft, which has invested more than $10 billion in the artificial intelligence (AI) company, according to published reports Tuesday (Nov. 29).

Reports: OpenAI Won't Give Microsoft a Board Seat

Adobe

Following the launch of OpenAI's advanced ChatGPT platform, which sparked interest in artificial intelligence (AI), the technology has swiftly demonstrated its capabilities across various industries, including providing valuable insights to investors.

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As Wall Street strategists roll out their 2024 forecasts, they've been getting plenty of side-eye for largely steering their clients wrong on where stocks would end up in 2023.

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