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What is Microsoft Corp.?
Microsoft is a technology company known for the Windows operating system, Office productivity software, the Azure cloud computing platform, and gaming through its Xbox division.
Beyond consumer software, Microsoft has become one of the largest providers of cloud infrastructure and enterprise software in the world through Azure and its business productivity tools, and has invested heavily in artificial intelligence.
How to Trade Microsoft Corp. — Exchanges, Strategies & Risk Management
Where MSFT is traded
Microsoft shares trade on the Nasdaq stock exchange during standard U.S. market hours, and are widely accessible through international brokers.
Common trading approaches
Investors often track Microsoft's cloud computing (Azure) growth and enterprise software trends alongside its quarterly earnings, since these are seen as key indicators of the company's performance. Approaches range from long-term investing to trading around specific news events and earnings releases.
Risk management basics
Holding a single stock concentrates risk compared to a diversified portfolio. Common approaches to managing this include position sizing and being mindful of volatility around scheduled events such as earnings announcements.
This section is educational and general in nature — it is not personalized financial advice. Any trading or investment decision should be based on your own research and risk tolerance.
Key facts
- Founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen
- Headquartered in Redmond, Washington
- One of the largest cloud computing providers via Azure
Quick answers
What does Microsoft do?
Microsoft develops software and cloud services, including Windows, Office, the Azure cloud platform, and Xbox gaming products.
When was Microsoft founded?
Microsoft was founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen.
What stock exchange is Microsoft listed on?
Microsoft trades on the Nasdaq exchange under the ticker MSFT.
Where can I view live MSFT stock charts?
You can view a live, interactive MSFT chart above, or open it in the full multi-chart grid using the button on this page.
What are Microsoft's main business segments?
Microsoft's revenue comes mainly from three areas: Productivity and Business Processes (like Office and LinkedIn), Intelligent Cloud (Azure and server products), and More Personal Computing (Windows, Xbox, and Surface devices).
Does Microsoft pay a dividend?
Yes, Microsoft has paid and regularly increased its quarterly dividend for many years, making it a common holding for income-focused investors.