Google (GOOG), Yahoo (YHOO) and Microsoft (MSFT) all reported earnings this week. Overall, I think the only company that truly impress analysts and wall street was Microsoft. Let me quickly share the financial statements with you and forum discussion.
Google’s announcement highlights as I see it:
Revenue up 24% to $6.82 billion.Paid clicks decreased approximately 3% from the previous quarter.Cost per click increased approximately 2% from previous quarter.Net income was up a bit, cash is up and head counts are up.
Forum discussion at WebmasterWorld.
Yahoo’s PDF release as I see it:
Revenue up slightlyIncome up a lotIt is hard to get PPC and CPC data from this report
Forum discussion at WebmasterWorld.
Microsoft’s announcement as I see it:
Revenue at $16.04 billion, up 22%Operating and net income both up about 50%, $5.93 billion and $4.52 billion, respectively.Online advertising revenue increased $79 million or 19% to $494 millionSpecific PPC and CPC data is hard to find
Forum discussion at WebmasterWorld.