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Productivity & Business Processes

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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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News Corp

Sam Altman-led OpenAI has signed a deal to bring News Corp's news content to the artificial intelligence platform, the companies said on Wednesday.

Sam Altman's OpenAI signs content agreement with News Corp

The content-licensing pact aims to cash in on a technology that promises to have a profound impact on the news-publishing industry.

OpenAI, Wall Street Journal Owner News Corp Strike Content Deal

NEW YORK & SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--News Corp and OpenAI today announced a historic, multi-year agreement to bring News Corp news content to OpenAI. Through this partnership, OpenAI has permission to display content from News Corp mastheads in response to user questions and to enhance its products, with the ultimate objective of providing people the ability to make informed choices based on reliable information and news sources. OpenAI will receive access to current and archived content.

News Corp and OpenAI Sign Landmark Multi-Year Global Partnership

Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT) has impressed Bank of America analysts with its expansion of AI initiatives across its product suite as the technology giant kicked off its annual Build Developer Conference on Tuesday. “While no singular announcement represents a material revenue catalyst for the upcoming Q4, we come away from the conference thoroughly impressed by Microsoft's steady innovation with AI across key franchises,” the analysts wrote in a note to clients.

Microsoft impresses analysts with new slate of AI technologies across key franchises

Microsoft and AI company G42 have teamed to build a $1 billion Kenya-based data center. The collaboration, according to a Wednesday (May 22) news release, marks the largest digital investment in the history of the African nation, and will see the two companies join forces to create a new cloud region in East Africa.

Microsoft and G42 Team on $1 Billion Kenya Data Center

American Express

Walmart

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Microsoft will base some executive pay on cybersecurity after the government and rivals beat up on it for failure to stop a Chinese hack. Others may follow.

A Microsoft under attack from government and tech rivals after 'preventable' hack ties executive pay to cyberthreats

Alphabet

Combined capital investment at the two enormous tech companies is expected to exceed $100 billion next year. These companies will benefit from that spending.

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Salesforce

Google, Meta, Microsoft, and Salesforce pledge to contract for up to 20M tons of high-quality nature-based carbon removal credits by 2030

A new Microsoft feature that screenshots users' laptops every two seconds is being investigated by the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).

Microsoft AI feature investigated by UK watchdog over screenshots

Microsoft Corp has struck a deal to buy 1.6 million carbon removal credits from what the developers say is one of the largest fully financed nature-based removals projects in Central America.

Microsoft backs tree-planting carbon removal scheme in Panama

As the world's largest company by market cap, Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT ) stock continues to garner strong analyst support. Analysts foresee a nearly 15% potential upside, with an average price target of $472.39, while the highest target of $550 suggests almost 40% above current levels.

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The software giant's stock has lagged behind peers as investors worry about AI's costs—and time to payoff.

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ViaSat

Tech stocks took a pause early Wednesday ahead of potentially market-moving earnings from Nvidia after the close.

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Microsoft and AI firm G42 said on Wednesday they will invest $1 billion in Kenya, which will include building a green data center.

Microsoft, G42 to invest $1 billion in Kenya, build data center

At Microsoft's Build 2024 developer conference event, the company introduced the Copilot+ PC, the latest addition to its growing suite of AI-powered products and services. The devices offer a host of AI functions and tools, including the company's Copilot digital assistant.

3 Reasons You Should Buy Microsoft Stock Like There's No Tomorrow

Dividend-paying stocks tend to outperform their non-dividend-paying cousins. A new price target from RBC Capital suggests Microsoft shares can climb about 19% in the year ahead.

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Microsoft (MSFT) CEO Satya Nadella took the stage Tuesday to give a keynote address at Microsoft Build, the company's annual developer conference, where he unveiled several new artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives. The updates came just a day after Microsoft announced new Copilot+ PCs, and a week after Alphabet's (GOOGL) Google I/O developer conference.

4 Takeaways From Microsoft's Build Developer Conference Keynote

Microsoft wants to bring generative AI to the forefront of Windows — and the PCs running it.

Microsoft wants to make Windows an AI operating system, launches Copilot+ PCs

Microsoft unveiled a host of new artificial intelligence features and developer tools at its annual Build conference on Tuesday (May 21), underscoring the tech giant's commitment to AI across its product lines.

Microsoft Touts AI Progress, Developer Tools at Build Conference

Microsoft pitched developers on its latest artificial intelligence tools in a bid to further its ambition to lead the generative AI era.

Microsoft Stock Flirts With Breakout On AI Software News

Microsoft Corp.'s stock headed for its first record close in two months Tuesday, a momentum related to the company's latest artificial-intelligence announcements pushed the share price higher.

Microsoft's stock rides AI elation toward first record close in two months

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Microsoft Corporation, Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN) and OpenAI are among technology giants to have agreed on the likes of a “kill switch” as a safety measure on artificial intelligence. Such measures would stop model's development if safety can no longer be guaranteed and come under commitments signed at the Seoul AI Safety Summit on Tuesday.

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