Google is worth more on the stock market than Microsoft
The Internet company Google has surpassed the software company Microsoft in market capitalization, thereby becoming the second-largest technology company in the world.
On Monday morning, Google's market capitalization on the New York Stock Exchange exceeded
At 248.8 billion dollars, Apple's market capitalization on the Nasdaq technology exchange surpassed that of Microsoft, which stood at a good 247.5 billion dollars at the same time. However, with a market capitalization of more than 632.5 billion dollars, Apple still trumps its two competitors by far.
Google rakes in billions with online advertising, particularly in connection with its internet search engine. In addition, the company is highly successful in the booming smartphone market with its Android operating system. Windows and Office manufacturer Microsoft, on the other hand, has to cope with weakening PC sales. The new Windows 8 will be launched on October 26. Microsoft is hoping that this will give it a new boost. (sda)
