Microsoft is expanding Copilot's capabilities in finance workflows. The update adds features for tasks ranging from month-end close to investment analysis.
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| Market | US stocks |
|---|---|
| Sector | Information Technology |
| Industry | Systems Software |
| Market cap | $3.9T |
| Close on 10/28/2026 | 531.01 |
| Change that session | -0.06% |
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