Microsoft plans to report its fiscal Q1 results on October 28, with a focus on whether Azure's 45% growth can justify the company's $50 billion quarterly capital spending on AI infrastructure. In fiscal 2026, Azure revenue surpassed $100 billion with 43% growth, but costs and capital expenditures also rose sharply. Analysts expect double-digit revenue and earnings growth, while Microsoft aims to maintain operating margins despite increased spending. The report will reveal if Azure's expansion and a $678 billion backlog can sustain the heavy investment in AI data centers and new product monetization like Microsoft 365 Copilot.
Microsoft shares trade at USD 524.51 on Pluang as of Oct 24, 2026 23:02 WIB, close to its 52-week high of USD 543.45 but well above the 52-week low of USD 352.83. The stock saw a modest 0.66% gain in the last day, reflecting steady investor interest despite the company’s heavy AI spending. With a market cap of $3.89 trillion and a dividend yield of 0.75%, Microsoft remains a major player in the technology sector as it balances growth and costs.
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