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Microsoft (MSFT) R&D spending by quarter
Microsoft's R&D spending was $9.0B in Q1 FY27 (first quarter fiscal 2027), -10% from Q4 FY26. Over the last 7 quarters it ranged from $8.1B (Q1 FY26) to $10.0B (Q4 FY26).
| Quarter | R&D spending | Q/Q | Y/Y |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 FY27 | $9.0B | -10% | +11% |
| Q4 FY26 | $10.0B | +12% | +13% |
| Q3 FY26 | $8.9B | +5% | +9% |
| Q2 FY26 | $8.5B | +4% | — |
| Q1 FY26 | $8.1B | -8% | — |
| Q4 FY25 | $8.8B | +8% | — |
| Q3 FY25 | $8.2B | — | — |
Q1 FY27 at a glance
Microsoft, Q1 FY27: revenue $92.3B (+19% year over year), operating margin 49.8%, net earnings $36.6B, operating cash flow $58.0B. The chart follows the revenue to costs, profit and cash.
Questions
What is Microsoft's R&D spending?
Microsoft's R&D spending was $9.0B in Q1 FY27 (first quarter fiscal 2027), -10% from Q4 FY26.
How has Microsoft's R&D spending changed?
Over the last 7 quarters it ranged from $8.1B (Q1 FY26) to $10.0B (Q4 FY26).