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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 is enjoying growth across its business. Azure AI can't keep up with demand.

Is Microsoft Stock a Buy Now?

Apple

Amazon

Alphabet

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On the heels of Asia's market sell-off, U.S. investors are running for the exits, sending the major indices, including the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500 and Nasdaq, spiraling by approximately 3% each.

Magnificent 7 Losing Over $700 Billion in Value Today, Here's Why

Investors have been piling into stocks poised to profit from artificial intelligence (AI). Some even borrowed money in order to take part in the market rally.

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Adobe

Trump Media & Technology Group Corp

Robinhood

Intel

MicroStrategy Incorporated

ServiceNow

Speculative stocks, especially those tied to the technology sector, are leading the stock market down on Aug. 5. Trump Media & Technology (NASDAQ: DJT ) is down over 8% as of this writing.

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Microsoft Corporation's closed-source frontier AI approach may limit innovation compared to Meta's open-source model, potentially slowing its AGI development and competitive edge against emerging AI leaders. Microsoft's AI-related investments, such as Azure's 29% revenue growth and a 78% capex increase to $19B in Q4, reflect its commitment to strengthening AI capabilities despite high operational expenses. Despite a recent 8% stock price drop, Microsoft's long-term strategy aims for a 15% annual growth rate, projecting a stock price of $817.50 by 2029 amid competition from Meta AI.

Microsoft: Buy, Despite Closed-Source Frontier AI Limiting Growth

The iPhone maker joined mega-cap tech peers NvIdia, Alphabet, Tesla, Microsoft, Meta and Amazon in plunging as 6.5%.

Magnificent Seven stocks poised to lose nearly $1 trillion during Wall Street meltdown

Nintendo

The video game industry is booming as nostalgia and active entertainment join forces. The industry is projected to maintain a compounded annual growth rate of 13.4% from now until 2030.

The Top 3 Gaming Stocks to Buy Now: Summer 2024

The seven most valuable U.S. tech companies lost a combined $1 trillion in market value at the start of trading on Monday. The tech-heavy Nasdaq was down more than 3% following the index's steepest three-week slide in two years.

$1 trillion wipeout: Market rout punishes mega-cap tech

Disney

Merck

Merck fell as it cut its guidance and performance from its HPV drug disappointed. Microsoft delivered a solid earnings report, but it wasn't good enough for the market.

Is It Time to Buy July's Worst-Performing Dow Jones Stocks?

The combined market capitalisation of the Magnificent Seven set of US technology megacaps has shed $2.3 trillion since its peak in July, as outlined by AJ Bell's investment director Russ Mould today. As Mould highlighted, this returns the Magnificent Seven, comprising Google parent Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Nvidia, Microsoft, Facebook parent Meta and Tesla, to its May levels, standing only 5% above where it was in November 2021.

Summer drubbing: Magnificent Seven sheds $2.3 trillion since July peak

Analysts are nevertheless upbeat that big investments in artificial intelligence will pay off.

Amazon, Microsoft, Alphabet Spent More on AI than Expected. This Is What It Did to the Stocks.

Apple and Nvidia led a sell-off in technology stocks on Monday as U.S. recession fears and Berkshire Hathaway's decision to cut its stake in the iPhone maker punctured a months-long rally in the sector.

Magnificent Seven set to shed $1 trillion in value, led by Apple, Nvidia

Advanced Micro Devices

Broadcom

Eli Lilly

QUALCOMM

The S&P 500 is down "only" 6.1% since its July 16 high. So why does the drop feel so bad?

10 Imploding Stocks Cost Investors A Staggering $2 Trillion

Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT ) stock was flying high and touched 52-week highs of $468 on July 5. However, a relatively sharp correction occurred with Microsoft stock declining by 11% within one month.

Microsoft Stock Could Drop to $350 Before it Doubles. Be Ready to Buy.

Nearly two years after ChatGPT launched, AI is still dominating the stock market. Microsoft and Apple have long been the two most valuable companies, but Nvidia recently joined them in the top three.

Nvidia, Microsoft, or Apple: Which $3 Trillion-Dollar Stock Is the Better Artificial Intelligence (AI) Play?

Microsoft reported solid fiscal Q4 results, but investors were disappointed that Azure revenue growth didn't meet expectations. However, the Azure revenue miss was largely due to capacity constraints, not a lack of demand.

Should Investors Buy Microsoft Stock on the Dip After Azure Revenue Disappoints?

Amid growing concerns regarding the United States economy, investor confidence has dwindled, with the stock market witnessing significant capital outflow.

ChatGPT-4o picks 3 stocks to buy in the current dip

NEW YORK, NY, NY / ACCESSWIRE / August 4, 2024 / Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is investigating potential claims on behalf of purchasers of Microsoft Corporation ("Microsoft" or "the Company") (NASDAQ:MSFT). Investors who purchased Microsoft securities are encouraged to obtain additional information and assist the investigation by visiting the firm's site: bgandg.com/MSFT.

MSFT INVESTOR ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz and Grossman, LLC Announces an Investigation into Microsoft Corporation and Encourages Clients to Contact the Firm!

Tech investors have sold AI winners as fears over the AI payoff abound. Recession fears are also playing a role.

Is the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock Bubble Bursting? These CEO Quotes Say No: The Boom Will Continue

Design flaws could cause a delay of three months or more in the launch of chip giant Nvidia's upcoming artificial-intelligence chips, tech-focused publication the Information said on Friday.

Delay to Nvidia's new AI chip could affect Microsoft, Google, Meta, the Information says

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MSFT Investors Have Opportunity to Join Microsoft Corporation Fraud Investigation with the Schall Law Firm.

MSFT Investors Have Opportunity to Join Microsoft Corporation Fraud Investigation with the Schall Law Firm

NEW YORK, Aug. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Microsoft Corporation (“Microsoft” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: MSFT). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com  or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Microsoft Corporation - MSFT

Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) has recently announced increased investments in artificial intelligence (AI), sparking optimism in the industry and stock market. Alongside these announcements, the company has reported strong financial results for its fiscal fourth quarter (Q4) of 2024.

Microsoft (MSFT) stock price target for 2025

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Sony

Thanks to the increased curiosity in ideas like the metaverse, virtual reality (VR) stocks are among the most sought-after investment choices available these days. Reflecting a yearly increase of around 42%, the VR market size is expected to reach about $22.81 billion in 2024 and soar to $131.93 billion by 2029.

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