Microsoft Shares Rise as Cloud, AI Milestones Drive Post-Earnings Momentum
Microsoft shares climbed in pre-open trading after a fiscal 2026 fourth-quarter report that beat expectations. The company reported $90 billion in revenue, a 18% year-over-year gain, with Azure revenue up 43% and crossing $100 billion in annual revenue. A rapidly expanding commercial order backlog and upgraded analyst views have bolstered investor …