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Microsoft's FY25 Q1 Earnings Another Strong Cloud
Results and Acquisition
of New Customers through
Expansion of the AI Segment

Microsoft has published the figures for the first quarter of its fiscal year 2025. The strength of the cloud is also evident in FY25 Q1. Moreover, the quarter is characterized by further growth in the field of artificial intelligence, enabling Microsoft to attract and win new customers. What do the financial figures look like in detail and how does Microsoft itself assess the development?

The most important Results from FY25 Q1

Microsoft has made a very good start to its fiscal year 2025 with its first quarter. The Group achieved the following results - compared to the same quarter in the previous year (FY24 Q1):

  • Total revenue amounted to $65.6 billion, an increase of 16%.

  • The operating income amounted to $30.6 billion, an increase of 14%.

  • Net profit amounted to $24.7 billion, an increase of 11%.

  • Earnings per share amounted to $3.30, which is 10% more than in the same quarter of the previous year.

Statements from Microsoft

As usual, Satya Nadella and Amy Hood have issued statements on the results.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said: “AI-driven transformation is changing work, work artifacts, and workflow across every role, function, and business process,” said Satya Nadella, Chairman and CEO of Microsoft. “We are expanding our opportunity and winning new customers as we help them apply our AI platforms and tools to drive new growth and operating leverage.”

Amy Hood, Executive Vice President and CFO of Microsoft, once again spoke of the strong execution of the sales teams and partners. This had ensured a solid start to the fiscal year - with Microsoft Cloud revenue of $38.9 billion, up 22% year-over-year.

The Results at a Glance (compared to FY24 Q1)

Revenue (total) Operating Income Net Profit Earnings per Share
FY25 Q1 $65.6 billion $30.6 billion $24.7 billion $3.30
FY24 Q1 $56.5 billion $26.9 billion $22.3 billion $2.99
Compared to FY24 Q1 + 16 % + 14 % + 11 % + 10 %

Excellent Future Prospects at Microsoft: High Investment in AI with Simultaneous Growth

If Microsoft manages to continue to capitalize on the potential in the AI field and achieve strong performance in its core business in the future, the Group will be able to maintain its current competitive advantages and ensure long-term success.

The company shows a promising ability to combine growth and profit while investing significant resources in AI infrastructure. In addition, the rapid scaling in AI and the extensive use of AI tools demonstrate Microsoft’s success in leveraging its investments in this field.

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Microsoft is investing heavily in AI ensuring growth at the same time.