<p>In the fast-paced and cutthroat world of business, conducting thorough company analysis is essential for investors and industry experts. In this article, we will undertake a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating <b>Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT)</b> in comparison to its major competitors within the Software industry. By analyzing crucial financial metrics, market position, and growth potential, our objective is to provide valuable insights for investors and offer a deeper understanding of company's performance in the industry.</p>
<h3>Microsoft Background</h3>
<p>Microsoft develops and licenses consumer and enterprise software. It is known for its Windows operating systems and Office productivity suite. The company is organized into three equally sized broad segments: productivity and business processes (legacy Microsoft Office, cloud-based Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Skype, LinkedIn, Dynamics), intelligence cloud (infrastructure- and platform-as-a-service offerings Azure, Windows Server OS, SQL Server), and more personal computing (Windows Client, Xbox, Bing search, display advertising, and Surface laptops, tablets, and desktops).</p>
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<th><strong>Company</strong></th>
<th><strong>P/E</strong></th>
<th><strong>P/B</strong></th>
<th><strong>P/S</strong></th>
<th><strong>ROE</strong></th>
<th><strong>EBITDA (in billions)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Gross Profit (in billions)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Revenue Growth</strong></th>
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</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>Microsoft Corp</td>
<td>24.86</td>
<td>7.48</td>
<td>9.78</td>
<td>7.89%</td>
<td>$50.28</td>
<td>$56.06</td>
<td>18.3%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Oracle Corp</td>
<td>32.58</td>
<td>15.56</td>
<td>8.22</td>
<td>11.65%</td>
<td>$8.16</td>
<td>$11.1</td>
<td>21.66%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Palo Alto Networks Inc</td>
<td>133.41</td>
<td>20.73</td>
<td>17.26</td>
<td>4.78%</td>
<td>$0.64</td>
<td>$1.91</td>
<td>14.93%</td>
</tr>
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<td>ServiceNow Inc</td>
<td>60.61</td>
<td>8.95</td>
<td>7.62</td>
<td>3.8%</td>
<td>$0.94</td>
<td>$2.83</td>
<td>22.09%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Fortinet Inc</td>
<td>49.47</td>
<td>94.49</td>
<td>13.57</td>
<td>48.0%</td>
<td>$0.7</td>
<td>$1.49</td>
<td>20.13%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Nebius Group NV</td>
<td>76.34</td>
<td>6.93</td>
<td>59.79</td>
<td>10.5%</td>
<td>$0.92</td>
<td>$0.3</td>
<td>683.89%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Gen Digital Inc</td>
<td>15.50</td>
<td>5.64</td>
<td>3.01</td>
<td>20.72%</td>
<td>$0.57</td>
<td>$0.97</td>
<td>3.47%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Check Point Software Technologies Ltd</td>
<td>12.96</td>
<td>4.66</td>
<td>4.96</td>
<td>6.73%</td>
<td>$0.2</td>
<td>$0.57</td>
<td>4.8%</td>
</tr>
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<td>UiPath Inc</td>
<td>20.29</td>
<td>2.64</td>
<td>3.57</td>
<td>5.21%</td>
<td>$0.09</td>
<td>$0.41</td>
<td>13.56%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Dolby Laboratories Inc</td>
<td>21.18</td>
<td>1.93</td>
<td>3.79</td>
<td>3.64%</td>
<td>$0.14</td>
<td>$0.35</td>
<td>7.05%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CommVault Systems Inc</td>
<td>64.47</td>
<td>560.69</td>
<td>3.84</td>
<td>13.07%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.25</td>
<td>13.33%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monday.Com Ltd</td>
<td>34.06</td>
<td>5.26</td>
<td>3.12</td>
<td>2.8%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.31</td>
<td>24.45%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BlackBerry Ltd</td>
<td>69</td>
<td>4.88</td>
<td>6.76</td>
<td>3.27%</td>
<td>$0.04</td>
<td>$0.12</td>
<td>10.09%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Qualys Inc</td>
<td>17.97</td>
<td>6.19</td>
<td>5.29</td>
<td>8.96%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.15</td>
<td>9.84%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Teradata Corp</td>
<td>7.47</td>
<td>5.52</td>
<td>1.86</td>
<td>85.13%</td>
<td>$0.47</td>
<td>$0.28</td>
<td>6.22%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>A10 Networks Inc</td>
<td>46.36</td>
<td>9.22</td>
<td>6.90</td>
<td>5.57%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>13.4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Average</strong></td>
<td><strong>44.11</strong></td>
<td><strong>50.22</strong></td>
<td><strong>9.97</strong></td>
<td><strong>15.59%</strong></td>
<td><strong>$0.87</strong></td>
<td><strong>$1.41</strong></td>
<td><strong>57.93%</strong></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>



<p>When analyzing Microsoft, the following trends become evident: </p>
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At 24.86, the stock's Price to Earnings ratio is 0.56x less than the industry average, suggesting favorable growth potential.
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Considering a Price to Book ratio of 7.48, which is well below the industry average by 0.15x, the stock may be undervalued based on its book value compared to its peers.
</li>
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With a relatively low Price to Sales ratio of 9.78, which is 0.98x the industry average, the stock might be considered undervalued based on sales performance.
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With a Return on Equity (ROE) of 7.89% that is 7.7% below the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits potential inefficiency in utilizing equity to generate profits.
</li>
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The company has higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $50.28 Billion, which is 57.79x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
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The gross profit of $56.06 Billion is 39.76x above that of its industry, highlighting stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
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The company is witnessing a substantial decline in revenue growth, with a rate of 18.3% compared to the industry average of 57.93%, which indicates a challenging sales environment.
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</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<p><img src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2026/1779271146_0.png?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" alt="debt to equity" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2026/1779271146_0.png"/></p>

<p>The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is an important measure to assess the financial structure and risk profile of a company.</p>
<p>Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.</p>
<p>In terms of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, Microsoft can be assessed by comparing it to its top 4 peers, resulting in the following observations:</p>
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Microsoft exhibits a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers in the sector, as indicated by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.14.
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This suggests that the company has a more favorable balance between debt and equity, which can be seen as a positive aspect for investors.
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</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
<p>For Microsoft in the Software industry, the PE, PB, and PS ratios are all low compared to peers, indicating potential undervaluation. However, the low ROE suggests lower profitability relative to competitors. On the other hand, Microsoft's high EBITDA and gross profit signify strong operational performance. The low revenue growth may pose a challenge for future expansion compared to industry peers.</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>

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<p>This article analyzes Microsoft in the Software industry, comparing it to competitors. Key findings include Microsoft's low Price to Earnings, Price to Book, and Price to Sales ratios, suggesting potential undervaluation. However, its Return on Equity is below average, indicating inefficiency in profit generation. Despite strong EBITDA and gross profit, revenue growth is declining. Microsoft's lower debt-to-equity ratio reflects a favorable financial position compared to peers, but challenges in future expansion remain.</p>

- This article conducts a comparative analysis of Microsoft within the Software industry, focusing on key financial metrics against its competitors.  
- It highlights Microsoft's low Price to Earnings, Price to Book, and Price to Sales ratios, indicating potential undervaluation, alongside high EBITDA and gross profit.  
- However, Microsoft's declining revenue growth and lower Return on Equity relative to competitors suggest challenges ahead for future expansion.

Market Analysis: Microsoft And Competitors In Software Industry