How to buy Skype shares | $335.4

The coronavirus outbreak continues to have a big impact on the global economy, and this includes the stock market. Many popular stocks have seen their share price rise and fall in 2020 as investors consider which stocks to buy and sell.

As more and more people are told to stay at home, video conferencing services such as Skype are likely to become more popular as a way for people to connect with friends, family and colleagues. Skype Technologies is a telecommunications company specialising in video chat, online voice calls and instant messaging.

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Can I buy Skype shares?

While you can't invest directly in Skype, you can buy Microsoft shares, which is the company that owns Skype. Microsoft is listed on the NASDAQ with stock code MSFT.US the current share price is $335.4 (25 minute delay).

Skype is owned by Microsoft (MSFT) a leading Software business based in the USA. It opened the day at $334.247, after a previous close of $332.58. During the day the price has varied from a low of $332.55 to a high of $337.5. The latest price was $335.4 (25 minute delay). Skype (MSFT) is listed on the NASDAQ and employs 221000 staff. All prices are listed in US Dollar.

Can I buy Skype shares?

While you can't invest directly in Skype, you can buy Microsoft shares, which is the company that owns Skype. Microsoft is listed on the NASDAQ with stock code MSFT.US the current share price is $335.4 (25 minute delay).

Skype is owned by Microsoft (MSFT) a leading Software business based in the USA. It opened the day at $334.247, after a previous close of $332.58. During the day the price has varied from a low of $332.55 to a high of $337.5. The latest price was $335.4 (25 minute delay). Skype (MSFT) is listed on the NASDAQ and employs 221000 staff. All prices are listed in US Dollar.

How to buy shares in Skype

1. Choose a share-dealing platform. If you’re a beginner, our table below can help you choose.
2. Open your account. You’ll need your ID, bank details and national insurance number.
3. Confirm your payment details. You’ll need to fund your account with a bank transfer, debit card or credit card.
4. Search the platform for stock code: MSFT in this case.
5. Research Skype (Microsoft) shares. The platform should provide the latest information available.
6. Buy your Skype (Microsoft) shares. It's that simple.

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An overview of Microsoft the parent company of Skype

Microsoft Corporation develops, licenses, and supports software, services, devices, and solutions worldwide. The company operates in three segments: Productivity and Business Processes, Intelligent Cloud, and More Personal Computing. The Productivity and Business Processes segment offers Office, Exchange, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Office 365 Security and Compliance, Microsoft Viva, and Skype for Business; Skype, Outlook.com, OneDrive, and LinkedIn; and Dynamics 365, a set of cloud-based and on-premises business solutions for organizations and enterprise divisions. The Intelligent Cloud segment licenses SQL, Windows Servers, Visual Studio, System Center, and related Client Access Licenses; GitHub that provides a collaboration platform and code hosting service for developers; Nuance provides healthcare and enterprise AI solutions; and Azure, a cloud platform. It also offers enterprise support, Microsoft consulting, and nuance professional services to assist customers in developing, deploying, and managing Microsoft server and desktop solutions; and training and certification on Microsoft products. The More Personal Computing segment provides Windows original equipment manufacturer (OEM) licensing and other non-volume licensing of the Windows operating system; Windows Commercial, such as volume licensing of the Windows operating system, Windows cloud services, and other Windows commercial offerings; patent licensing; and Windows Internet of Things. It also offers Surface, PC accessories, PCs, tablets, gaming and entertainment consoles, and other devices; Gaming, including Xbox hardware, and Xbox content and services; video games and third-party video game royalties; and Search, including Bing and Microsoft advertising. The company sells its products through OEMs, distributors, and resellers; and directly through digital marketplaces, online stores, and retail stores. Microsoft Corporation was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Redmond, Washington.

Frequently asked questions

• How many people work for Skype parent company?

  Latest data suggests 221000 work at Microsoft.

• When does the fiscal year end for Skype?

  Skype's fiscal year ends in June.

• Where is Skype's parent company based?

  Microsoft's address is: One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA, United States, 98052-6399

• What is Skype's parent company's ISIN number?

  Microsoft's ISIN is: US5949181045