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

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Margins

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

Sales & Marketing

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Productivity and Business Processes Operating Income

Intelligent Cloud Operating Income

More Personal Computing Operating Income

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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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Apple

Advanced Micro Devices

Salesforce

Alphabet

Intel

Match Group

Micron Technology

Netflix

NVIDIA

Super Micro Computer

Tech stocks are still outperforming the S&P 500 this year, amid an artificial intelligence-fueled resurgence, but as quarterly earnings started in earnest this week, investors are being reminded that AI is not going to become an immediate or a major revenue contributor for most companies for some time.

Despite hype, tech earnings still won't show many results from AI yet

Teladoc

Teladoc And Microsoft's Expanded Strategic Partnership Is A Powerful AI Combo

Amazon

The world's biggest artificial intelligence (AI) companies are slated to visit the White House on Friday and discuss non-binding safety commitments with US President Joe Biden.

Top AI Firms to Meet With US Gov. Over Safety Commitments

Microsoft Corp. is gearing up for one of its “most interesting” earnings reports in a while, a Wolfe Research analyst says, but he has a feeling the events of the present day could soon seem like small potatoes.

It's Microsoft's most consequential earnings in ages — but the future is even brighter

Activision Blizzard

The FTC said it is pausing its in-house trial against Microsoft's $75 billion takeover of game developer Activision Blizzard, another signal that the deal is winning over regulators.

FTC Withdraws Case Against Microsoft-Activision Deal

The Biden administration strikes a deal with the biggest U.S. technology companies to manage the risks posed by artificial intelligence.

Microsoft, Google, Meta, and Amazon Make AI Safety Pledges to White House

Microsoft's $69 billion deal of Activision Blizzard is inching closer as the FTC pauses its in-house case but the U.K. regulator said Friday it still want concessions.

Microsoft-Activision Deal Gets a Boost From the FTC. U.K. Regulator Still Holds Out.

C3.ai

Nvidia has been arguably the biggest winner in the AI boom. C3.ai shares have popped despite little growth.

The Market Is Rebounding, and These 3 AI Stocks Are Leading the Way. Are They Still Buys?

Meta's offering its LLaMA 2 large language model free for commercial use to the open-source community. The move could accelerate progress already made in catching up to Google and OpenAI.

Meta's Audacious Plan to Catch Up to Google and Microsoft in Generative AI

Microsoft is taking the lead in AI and is diversified across a range of businesses. Alphabet is significantly cheaper than Microsoft and is generating more cash flow.

Better Bull Market Buy: Microsoft vs. Alphabet Stock

WASHINGTON (AP) — Amazon, Google, Meta, Microsoft and other companies that are leading the development of artificial intelligence technology have agreed to meet a set of AI safeguards brokered by President Joe Biden's administration.

Tech giants including Microsoft and Google agree to White House AI safeguards

Big tech companies are adopting voluntary guidelines, such as watermarking artificial content.

White House Says Amazon, Google, Meta, Microsoft Agree to AI Safeguards

The Nasdaq 100 will complete an out-of-cycle 'special rebalance' over the weekend, designed to reduce the weightings of the largest names in the index. Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta Platforms, Nvidia and Tesla have risen by around an average 60% in the year to date – including the best first half for 40 years – and now make up 55% of the index.

Nasdaq rebalance to reduce weighting of tech mega-caps Microsoft, Apple, Nvidia

Blackrock Inc

Disney

Home Depot

Starbucks

SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust

Texas Instruments

Visa

V.F.

My portfolio is up 12.40%, from $197,155.42 on January 2nd, 2023, to $221,602.34 on July 5th before the bell. Inflation and higher interest rates are difficult to handle as their impact is long-lasting and takes time to manifest themselves. Since the beginning of the year, NTR is on a downtrend mostly related to the same narrative: commodity prices have declined.

What To Do In This Complicated Environment? - June 2023 Dividend Income Report

The deal was set to go to trial before an FTC administrative law judge on Aug. 2.

FTC withdraws case against Microsoft-Activision deal before in-house judge

The Federal Trade Commission is ready to pause its in-house trial against Microsoft Corp.'s MSFT, -2.31% $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard Inc. ATVI, +0.10%, opening the door to potential settlement talks, Bloomberg News reported Thursday. Such an outcome is considered a victory for Microsoft and Activision in their pursuit of the biggest gaming deal despite regulatory challenges in the U.S. and the U.K. Microsoft and the FTC were not immediately available for comment.

FTC may pause opposition to Microsoft-Activision merger: report

The FTC is expected to file an order later today.

FTC Could Pause Microsoft-Activision Merger Fight After Court Loss—Making Settlement Possible, Report Says

Broadcom

Bank of America

Citigroup

Goldman Sachs

JPMorgan Chase & Co

Mastercard

PayPal

Steel Dynamics

Tencent Holdings Limited

Wells Fargo

In today's article, I will introduce you to 10 dividend growth companies that I believe are attractive to invest in right now. The 10 selected picks have shown an Average Dividend Growth Rate [CAGR] of 22.27% over the past 5 years. The Average P/E [FWD] Ratio of the selected picks stands at 21.52, which is attractive in my opinion due to the companies' growth perspectives.

My Top 10 Dividend Growth Stocks To Invest In For July 2023

Microsoft's (MSFT) fourth-quarter fiscal 2023 performance is likely to have been aided by sluggish yet continued momentum in Azure cloud platform and advancements in generative AI to sustain growth.

Slow Growth in Azure to Impact Microsoft's (MSFT) Q4 Earnings

Two analysts raised their price targets on the stock, seeing improving performance for the Azure cloud business and big promise in AI.

Microsoft Estimates Ratchet Higher Ahead of Earnings

AbbVie

MGM Resorts

NextEra Energy

ServiceNow

Tesla

Investing is about building a stable long-term portfolio, not just seeking immediate gains. In a mixed economic climate with rising employment figures, savvy investors seek forever stocks.

7 Fantastic Forever Stocks for Long-Term Lucrative Gains

Microsoft shares have surged more than 1,000% since Nadella took over as CEO in 2014.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's earnings top $1B as ChatGPT drives stock surge: report

CAMPBELL, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Incisive Software, a leading provider of innovative data management solutions, announces the rollout of extensive enhancements to its Low-Code/No-Code and Microsoft Excel solutions. These improvements, part of the Incisive Analytics Essentials suite, significantly strengthen security measures, streamline access control procedures, and enhance the management of EUC deployments. “We are solidifying our dedication to supporting organizations with secure and trust.

Incisive Software Enhances Low-Code/No-Code and Microsoft Excel Solutions for Enhanced Visibility and Control

With businesses and countries across the world elevating artificial intelligence (AI) to enjoy higher revenue and growth, investors are also on the lookout for AI stocks that have massive upside potential. Self-driving cars, robotics, gaming or machine learning, you name it and AI is present there.

3 AI Stocks for Getting Rich in 2023

Different catalysts propelled Microsoft and Nvidia stocks higher on Tuesday. Elon Musk tweeted what could be interpreted as a skeptical response to the huge gains.

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