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Key Facts on Microsoft and Market Valuation
Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) is the second-largest company by market capitalization at $3.72 trillion, trailing only Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) which recently became the first company to hit the $4 trillion mark. Microsoft is positioned to reach the $4 trillion valuation next due to its strong performance in cloud computing and AI sectors.
As of its latest update covering the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, concluding on March 31, 2025, Microsoft has reported robust results and indicated strong demand for its services, despite a challenging economic environment. In comparison, Apple has a market cap of $3.16 trillion and is facing headwinds from U.S. trade policies and competition, which could hinder its growth relative to Microsoft.
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