A maker of the software and services behind everyday computing, Microsoft builds Windows, Microsoft 365 with its AI helper Copilot, the Azure cloud, Surface devices, Xbox games, LinkedIn, and Dynamics. Founded in 1975 by childhood friends Bill Gates and Paul Allen, its name was coined by Allen as a mash-up of "microcomputer" and "software," originally written with a hyphen as "Micro-Soft." Its first big break came from building a version of the BASIC language for the Altair 8800 hobby computer.
Microsoft director Reid Hoffman will not stand for re-election at 2026 annual meeting
His decision is not due to any disagreement with management on company operations, policies, or practices.
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Reid Hoffman, a Microsoft board member since 2017, informed the company on June 2, 2026, that he will not stand for re-election at the 2026 annual shareholder meeting.
Hoffman will continue serving as a director until the annual meeting.
The company thanked Hoffman for his contributions during his tenure.
5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements
Microsoft appoints Carmine Di Sibio, former EY global chairman and CEO, to its board of directors.
He will serve on the Audit Committee and the Compensation Committee.
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Carmine Di Sibio was appointed to Microsoft's board of directors effective May 13, 2026.
Di Sibio is the former global chairman and CEO of EY, with a four-decade career at the firm.
He will receive the same compensation as other non-employee Microsoft directors, as described in the 2025 Proxy Statement.
With his appointment, the Microsoft board has expanded to 13 members.
5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
Microsoft reports Q3 FY2026 revenue of $82.9 billion, up 18% year-over-year.
Revenue was $82.9 billion, an 18% increase (15% in constant currency) from the prior year quarter.
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Operating income was $38.4 billion, up 20% (16% in constant currency).
Net income was $31.8 billion, up 23% on a GAAP basis and 20% (18% in constant currency) on a non-GAAP basis.
Diluted EPS was $4.27, up 23% on a GAAP basis and 21% (18% in constant currency) on a non-GAAP basis.
Microsoft Cloud revenue was $54.5 billion, up 29% (25% in constant currency); AI business surpassed $37 billion annual revenue run rate, up 123% year-over-year.
2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
Microsoft shareholders approve 2026 Stock Plan and elect 12 directors at 2025 Annual Meeting
All 12 director nominees were elected, including newly elected John David Rainey.
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At the December 5, 2025 Annual Meeting, shareholders approved the 2026 Stock Plan, replacing the 2017 Stock Plan.
Advisory say-on-pay vote approved with 91.94% support.
Deloitte & Touche LLP ratified as independent auditor for fiscal year 2026.
All six shareholder proposals were not approved.
5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements · 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders