Microsoft
Microsoft is a global technology leader that develops and supports a broad portfolio of software, services, devices, and solutions. The company's core value proposition centers on empowering digital transformation through its integrated cloud platform and the rapid deployment of artificial intelligence across its entire technology stack.
Financials
Based on Q3 2026 filing
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Intelligent Cloud
primaryConsists of public, private, and hybrid server products and cloud services that power modern business workloads and AI development.
Azure, SQL Server, Windows Server, Visual Studio, GitHub
Software developers, IT professionals, Enterprises, Government agencies
Productivity and Business Processes
majorFocuses on reinventing productivity and business processes through a suite of communication, collaboration, and information services.
Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365 Copilot, LinkedIn, Dynamics 365
Enterprise, Small and medium businesses, Individual consumers, Educational institutions
More Personal Computing
majorComprises products and services geared toward harmonizing the interests of end users, developers, and IT professionals across devices.
Windows, Surface, Xbox, Xbox Game Pass, Bing, Microsoft Edge
Gamers, Individual consumers, Device manufacturers, Advertisers
Segment Financials
Other Countries — Non-Current Assets
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Competitive Position
Microsoft is a dominant provider in enterprise software and cloud infrastructure, leveraging a massive installed base and deep integration across its ecosystem to lead the generative AI wave.
Geographies
Global
Customer Segments
B2B, B2C, Enterprise, Government, Education
Upstream Dependencies
Semiconductor manufacturers, Hardware component suppliers, Data center infrastructure providers, Electricity and utility providers
Downstream Customers
Enterprise organizations, Individual retail consumers, Independent software vendors, Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs)
Competitors & Partners
Competitors
Amazon
AMZN
Primary competitor in cloud infrastructure (AWS)
Apple
AAPL
Competitor in operating systems, devices, and applications
Salesforce
CRM
Competitor in business applications and CRM software
International Business Machines
IBM
Competitor in cloud, AI, and enterprise software
Alphabet Inc.
GOOGL
Competitor in cloud, AI, search, and productivity software
Oracle
ORCL
Competitor in cloud infrastructure and enterprise applications
Alphabet Inc.
GOOG
Competitor in cloud, AI, search, and workspace productivity
Snowflake
SNOW
Provider of Azure Synapse and Fabric
CoreWeave, Inc.
CRWV
Hyperscale cloud provider with significant AI investment
Zoom Video Communications, Inc.
ZM
Competes with Teams and Microsoft 365 suite
Take-Two Interactive Software
TTWO
Major competitor in AAA game publishing
Cloudflare, Inc.
NET
Public cloud vendor providing integrated infrastructure and security services
Atlassian
TEAM
Competitor in developer tools (GitHub) and collaboration (Teams)
Palo Alto Networks, Inc.
PANW
Large technology company with integrated security solutions.
CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc.
CRWD
Primary competitor in endpoint security and enterprise platform consolidation
Fortinet
FTNT
Competitor in enterprise security software
Electronic Arts
EA
Major competitor in shooter and live service genres
Roblox
RBLX
Owner of Minecraft and gaming ecosystems
Workday, Inc.
WDAY
Enterprise software and cloud platform competitor
Veeva Systems
VEEV
Horizontal cloud and CRM software provider
Partners
OpenAI
Strategic partner for artificial intelligence research and deployment
Microsoft FAQ
Common questions about Microsoft
Microsoft is a global technology leader that develops and supports a broad portfolio of software, services, devices, and solutions. The company's core value proposition centers on empowering digital transformation through its integrated cloud platform and the rapid deployment of artificial intelligence across its entire technology stack.
Microsoft (MSFT) has a market capitalization of $3.11T and trades on NASDAQ.
Microsoft generated $318.27B in trailing twelve-month revenue with net income of $125.22B, representing a net margin of 39.3%. Gross margin stands at 68.3%, with free cash flow of $72.9B. These figures are based on the Q1 2026 filing.
Microsoft's key competitors include Amazon, Apple, Salesforce, and others. These companies compete in similar markets and product categories.
Microsoft has approximately 221,000 employees.