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Microsoft discloses Azure revenue, surpassing Google Cloud

Microsoft has revealed its Azure cloud service's quarterly revenue for the first time, reporting $33.2 billion for the July-September period. This figure represents a 48% year-over-year increase, surpassing Google Cloud's revenue of $30.7 billion for the same quarter. The disclosure allows for direct comparison with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and provides greater transparency for investors. AI

IMPACT Increased transparency in cloud infrastructure spending may influence AI development and deployment strategies.

RANK_REASON Significant financial disclosure from a major cloud provider. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.7]

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Microsoft discloses Azure revenue, surpassing Google Cloud

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · spookyd ·

    Microsoft disclosed Azure's quarterly revenue in dollars for the first time: $33.2B for July-September, up 48% year over year. That edges past Google Cloud's $3

    Microsoft disclosed Azure's quarterly revenue in dollars for the first time: $33.2B for July-September, up 48% year over year. That edges past Google Cloud's $30.7B and lets investors compare it directly with AWS. # AI # Cloud Read more: https:// techcrunch.com/2026/10/28/micr os…