Investing in AI infrastructure
In September 2024, Microsoft, in partnership with investment firm BlackRock, announced a $30 billion fund. This fund will be used to develop AI infrastructure, including data centres and energy projects. This strategic move confirms the company’s long-term vision for AI and reinforces its market leadership.
Restructuring and layoffs
In early 2025, Microsoft decided to optimize its organizational structure, which led to layoffs in the gaming division and other departments. The exact number of employees laid off was not disclosed, but the move is part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and focus on key market segments.
Data protection and regulatory measures
As part of strengthening data protection and compliance with European Union regulations, Microsoft has introduced a “data cap” for European customers from 1 January 2023. This means that all European users’ data will be stored and processed within the EU, contributing to greater transparency and user trust.
Conclusion
Microsoft continues to consolidate its role as a technology leader by investing in AI, cloud solutions and strengthening security measures. These steps not only reflect current industry trends, but also indicate the direction the company will take in the coming years.
Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ-MSFT) also pays regular quarterly dividends to its shareholders. Currently, the dividend yield is 0.77% p.a. The actual dividend amount was approved by the AGM to be $3.32 per share. The company also currently has a known date for the dividend payment, the so-called Pay-Date, which will be March 13, 2025. The last day to purchase shares using the dividend payment, the so-called Ex-Dividend-Date, has been set for February 20, 2025. The date for use According to analysts at brokerage firms and financial strategists at investment banks, the share price can be expected to rise in the short to medium term investment horizon. The average target price for the short- to medium-term investment horizon was set at $510.35 per share.
