Microsoft forecasts strong growth for Azure cloud unit

Microsoft Azure forecast beats expectations, shares jump 7 per cent amid AI boom

Microsoft’s stock soared over 7 per cen in after-hours trading on Wednesday, adding more than USD 200 billion to its market value, after the tech giant announced better-than-expected growth projections for its Azure cloud computing business. The news comes as a welcome relief to investors concerned about global economic uncertainty and a possible slowdown in AI-driven demand. Azure posts 33 per cent growth, AI drives momentum Microsoft reported …

Microsoft forecasts strong growth for Azure cloud unit

Microsoft has forecast stronger-than-expected quarterly growth for its cloud-computing business Azure after blowout results in the latest quarter, calming investor worries in an uncertain economy and lifting its shares 7% after hours on Wall Street.

Microsoft forecasts strong growth for Azure cloud business

Could ease concerns about a potential slowdown in AI demand.

Microsoft anticipates good growth for Azure cloud business, shares soar 7%

In a stunning display of corporate resilience, Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) has silenced doubters with blockbuster quarterly earnings that sent shares soaring 7% in after-hours trading. The tech giant’s cloud division delivered 33% revenue growth – significantly outpacing analyst expectations of 29.7% – adding a staggering $200 billion to Microsoft’s market valuation in a single trading session. Key Performance Highlights: Azure revenue growth acce…

Microsoft Azure Growth Hits 33%, Tops Estimates

Microsoft Azure revenue surged 33% in Q3 2025, beating forecasts and boosting Microsoft shares 7% after hours, signaling strong cloud and AI momentum.

Azure growth boosts profits for Microsoft

Microsoft has presented strong quarterly figures. This led to a share price increase of more than 7% in after-hours trading.