Microsoft Projects Q2 Revenue Between $96B-$97.1B Amid Accelerating Cloud Growth
Microsoft has provided a strong outlook for its second quarter, projecting revenue in the range of $96 billion to $97.1 billion. A key driver of this growth is the cloud segment; Microsoft reported that cloud revenue surpassed $63 billion, with year-over-year growth accelerating to 30%. Specifically, Azure growth is expected to remain robust between 49% and 50%. To support these advancements in artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure, the company indicated that capital expenditures (CapEx) are expected to exceed $50 billion. CEO Satya Nadella emphasized a strategic focus on designing AI to empower users while ensuring data sovereignty and trust through enhanced controls.
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