Microsoft is reportedly preparing another round of layoffs that could affect thousands of employees across sales, consulting and Xbox as it continues investing heavily in AI.

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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suggesting that current valuation levels may be attractive relative to its sustained double-digit growth trajectory.
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | Apr 29, 2026 | $4.27vs $4.06+5.2% | $82.9Bvs $81.4B+1.8% |
| Q1 2026 | Jan 28, 2026 | $4.14vs $3.90+6.2% | $81.3Bvs $80.3B+1.2% |
| Q4 2025 | Oct 29, 2025 | $4.13vs $3.67+12.5% | $77.7Bvs $75.5B+2.9% |
| Q3 2025 | Jul 30, 2025 | $3.65vs $3.37+8.3% | $76.4Bvs $73.9B+3.4% |
Recent stock market news and headlines for Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)
Microsoft is reportedly preparing another round of layoffs that could affect thousands of employees across sales, consulting and Xbox as it continues investing heavily in AI.

Nebius and Sandisk have had incredible starts to 2026. Nvidia, Microsoft, and Amazon are all due for major rallies.

Nick Parker, a 26-year Microsoft veteran who led its worldwide commercial sales business, is joining Nvidia as executive vice president of worldwide field operations, succeeding retiring sales chief Jay Puri.

Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT) announced a $2.5 billion investment to launch Microsoft Frontier Company, a new operating business focused on helping organizations deploy artificial intelligence at scale by embedding engineering and industry experts directly within customer operations. The company said it will place 6,000 engineers, consultants, customer support specialists and industry-focused sales professionals with customers to co-design, deploy and continuously improve AI systems tailored to their businesses.

Technology stocks rise as the Nasdaq Composite looks set to snap a five-day losing streak.

Key metrics vs top competitors for Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $388.84 | $2.89T | 28.51 | 14.93% | 36.15% | 33.28% | 0.83% | |
| $310.66 | $4.56T | 41.64 | 6.43% | 27.15% | 146.69% | — | |
| $367.03 | $4.44T | 33.95 | 15.13% | 37.91% | 38.98% | — | |
| $245.98 | $2.65T | 34.31 | 12.38% | 12.22% | 23.34% | — | |
| $615.58 | $1.56T | 26.21 | 22.17% | 32.84% | 33.22% | — | |
| $141.64 | $407.36B | 24.30 | 17.35% | 25.37% | 49.81% | — |
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
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Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) reported $318.27B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 3571% increase from $8.67B in 1996.
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) grew revenue by 14.9% over the past year. This is steady growth.
Yes, Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) is profitable, generating $125.22B in net income for fiscal year 2025 (36.1% net margin).
Yes, Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) pays a dividend with a yield of 0.83%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) has a return on equity (ROE) of 33.3%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) generated $72.92B in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.