Microsoft Makes Commvault a Native Azure Service

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Commvault Systems has signed a multiyear strategic agreement with Microsoft that will offer Commvault's AI and cyber-resilience technologies as a native independent software vendor service directly on Microsoft Azure. The deal enables Azure customers to integrate Commvault's data recovery, application restoration, and identity-resilience capabilities without complex third-party integrations, effectively making the platform plug-and-play for Microsoft's vast enterprise customer base. Commvault recently reported fourth-quarter revenue of $312 million, beating analyst estimates of $306.5 million, with adjusted EPS of $1.28 versus the $1.09 estimate. Total annual recurring revenue grew 21% year-over-year to $1.12 billion, while SaaS revenue increased 43% to $93 million. The stock has rebounded 71% in the past three months amid the Microsoft partnership and takeover interest from private equity firm Thoma Bravo, which is exploring options with Goldman Sachs.

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Cybersecurity & Digital Trust · 1 stocks
CommVault Systems Inc
CVLT
▲ PositiveDemandrelevance

Microsoft makes Commvault a native Azure service, expanding access to Microsoft's enterprise customer base.

Artificial Intelligence · 1 stocks
Microsoft Corporation
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▲ PositiveTechnologyrelevance

Microsoft adds Commvault's AI and cyber-resilience as a native Azure service, enhancing its cloud offering.

Financials · 1 stocks

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Thoma BravoPrivate± Mixed
Capitalrelevance

Thoma Bravo is exploring a takeover of Commvault, but no definitive agreement.

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