Revenue segments as reported by the company.

Productivity & Business Processes

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More Personal Computing

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

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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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Productivity and Business Processes 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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Amazon

Alphabet

Artificial intelligence ( AI ) is rapidly transforming industries around the globe, and its potential impact on the global economy will be nothing short of revolutionary. While investors have already seen impressive returns from the sector, the best AI stocks to buy are just getting started.

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Apple

NVIDIA

Tesla

There are plenty of funds with high exposure to top mega-cap growth stocks. But many of these products are market-cap weighted.

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Walmart

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Microsoft has banned police departments from using its Azure OpenAI Service for facial recognition purposes. The company added language to its code of conduct Thursday (May 2) saying that this artificial intelligence (AI) service may not “be used for facial recognition purposes by or for police departments in the United States,” a Microsoft spokesperson told PYMNTS Thursday in an email.

Microsoft Bans Police Use of AI Service for Facial Recognition

BEDFORD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--RSA continues partnership with Microsoft with new External Authentication Methods (EAM) Capability.

RSA Partners with Microsoft to Secure Environments through New External Authentication Methods Capability

Microsoft has changed its policy to ban U.S. police departments from using generative AI for facial recognition through the Azure OpenAI Service, the company's fully managed, enterprise-focused wrapper around OpenAI technologies.

Microsoft bans U.S. police departments from using enterprise AI tool for facial recognition

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--LawFi, Inc., (“LawFi”) a pioneering Legal Fintech Lender and the Inventor of the “Legal Fee Loan” is pleased to announce the addition of Mr. Bob Culliton to our growing team. Mr. Culliton has signed on as an Advisor and SVP of Partnerships to guide our development and implementation of various integration and distribution partnership programs. Bob has extensive sales leadership and partner engagement experience, highlighted by 21 years at Microsoft where he.

Former Microsoft Sales Executive, Bob Culliton, Joins LawFi as SVP of Partnerships

Microsoft has changed its policy to ban U.S. police departments from using generative AI through the Azure OpenAI Service, the company's fully managed, enterprise-focused wrapper around OpenAI technologies.

Microsoft bans U.S. police departments from using enterprise AI tool

Microsoft will inject $2.2 billion into Malaysia's burgeoning cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure over the next four years, CEO Satya Nadella announced on Thursday (May 2). The tech giant's move highlights a growing effort to expand AI capabilities beyond U.S. and European borders.

Analysis: Microsoft's $2.2 Billion AI Bet May Boost Malaysia's Tech Industry

Securities regulators have ended an investigation into large bets that Barry Diller and others made on Activision Blizzard days before the videogame company agreed to be acquired by Microsoft in 2022.

SEC Ends Probe of Trades Before Activision-Microsoft Merger with No Action

Advanced Micro Devices

Arista Networks

Intel

Micron Technology

Super Micro Computer

Western Digital

Zscaler

Joe Albano discusses how he quantifies tech stocks, specifically Nvidia. Why charts don't owe fundamentals anything.

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Microsoft's recent earnings release beat analysts' forecasts on multiple counts. Meanwhile, AMD is making headway with its new AI GPUs.

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SoFi Technologies

Tech stocks launched a comeback early Thursday as the sector was seemingly buoyed by Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's comments.

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Brookfield Renewable Partners

Microsoft signed a global renewable energy framework with Brookfield. The deal will accelerate renewable energy development.

Microsoft Is Making a Massive $10 Billion Renewable Energy Bet (That Will Pay Big Dividends for This Top Energy Stock)

Intel Corp. and Microsoft Corp. are painting two opposite pictures of the state of artificial intelligence right now.

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AMC Entertainment

Chipotle

ConocoPhillips

Carvana

eBay

Etsy

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Stanley Black & Decker

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Carnival

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Alphabet's AI leadership is paying off with growing advertising and subscription revenue. Microsoft is experiencing strong adoption of AI services from Windows users and enterprise customers in Azure.

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Intuit

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Microsoft is investing $2.2 billion over the next four years in Malaysia's new cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure as well as partnering with the government to establish a national AI center, its CEO Satya Nadella said Thursday.

Microsoft will invest $2.2 billion in cloud and AI services in Malaysia

The U.S. tech giant said it will also commit toward AI skills training for over 100,000 Thais and support local developers.

Microsoft to open new data center in Thailand as it doubles down on AI and Southeast Asia

Microsoft will invest $2.2 billion over the next four years in Malaysia to support the country's digital transformation, the company said in a statement on Thursday.

Microsoft to invest $2.2 bln in cloud and AI services in Malaysia

Amazon, Microsoft, and Alphabet's first quarter earnings surpassed Wall Street's estimates.  Execs credit some of the gains to their AI efforts, which they say help boost cloud revenue.

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