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Microsoft dethrones Apple to become world’s most valuable company

Microsoft last dethroned Apple in the first half of 2020, when investors flocked to growth stocks in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. 

Oct 30, 2021, 09:07 AM IST

Microsoft authorizes $ 40 billion of share buybacks, raises dividend

The company bought back $19.54 billion in shares last year. In the previous fiscal year, the buybacks was worth $10.72 billion - all under CEO Satya Nadella`s tenure.

Sep 19, 2019, 11:05 AM IST

Microsoft becomes world's second most valuable company, surpasses Exxon

Microsoft Corp has become the second-most valuable company in the world surpassing Energy giant Exxon. Apple Inc is the world's most valuable company.

Nov 15, 2014, 09:54 AM IST

Microsoft sees end to Nokia losses, shares rise after hours

Microsoft Corp said it aims to get its loss-making Nokia phone unit to break even within two years.

Jul 23, 2014, 08:55 AM IST