Microsoft Stock Surges on Strong Cloud and AI Performance
Shares of Microsoft rose nearly 22% in the past week following strong financial results driven by robust performance from its cloud infrastructure platform, Azure. In fiscal Q4 2026 (ended June 30), revenue reached $90 billion, up 18% year-over-year, with Azure sales surging 43%. CEO Satya Nadella noted that Azure's annual revenue crossed the $100 billion mark for the first time. Microsoft also reported a 14% increase in productivity and business processes division revenue to $37.8 billion, fueled by AI features like Copilot integrated into Office apps. The company’s adjusted net income rose 22% year-over-year to $35.3 billion or $4.74 per share—well above the expected $4.24 per share. Investors were also reassured that Microsoft expects to remain free cash flow positive in fiscal 2027 despite increased investments in AI services, which are driving demand for its cloud offerings.
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