Microsoft Corporation (MSF.F) Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Microsoft reported a robust QQ4 2024, delivering USD 64.73 billion in revenue, up 15.2% year over year and 4.6% quarter over quarter. The company maintained a high gross margin of 69.59% and an operating margin of 43.14%, driving net income of USD 22.04 billion and earnings per share (EPS) of USD 2.96 (diluted USD 2.95). The quarter underscored the company’s durable operating leverage in the Intelligent Cloud and Productivity segments, supported by strong cash flow generation and disciplined capital allocation. Free cash flow reached USD 23.32 billion, with operating cash flow of USD 37.20 billion, enabling meaningful shareholder returns via dividends (USD 5.57 billion) and net share repurchases (USD 4.21 billion). On the balance sheet, Microsoft maintained a solid fortress with total assets of USD 512.16 billion and total stockholders’ equity of USD 268.48 billion, while continuing to operate with a net debt position of USD 48.81 billion despite substantial liquidity (cash and short-term investments of USD 75.53 billion). While the company’s execution remains strong, the market remains sensitive to AI-market positioning, cloud competition, and macro-driven enterprise IT budgeting.