Microsoft reported strong financial results for the first quarter of its 2026 fiscal year, exceeding expectations with significant increases in revenue, net income, and operating income. The growth was largely driven by its cloud and AI initiatives, as highlighted by CEO Satya Nadella.

• Microsoft's revenue for Q1 FY2026 reached $77.7 billion, an 18 percent increase year-on-year, with a net income of $27.7 billion, up 12 percent.
• CEO Satya Nadella emphasized the impact of the company's "planet-scale cloud and AI factory" on driving growth and future investments.
• Microsoft Cloud revenue was $49.1 billion, marking a 26 percent increase, demonstrating strong customer demand for their differentiated platform.