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 Salesforce (NYSE: CRM) has reported an impressive performance for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, exceeding market expectations with a revenue of $9.44 billion, marking an 8% increase compared to the previous year.The company’s subscription and support revenue reached $8.88 billion, growing by 9% year-over-year. The GAAP diluted net income per share was $1.58, while the non-GAAP diluted net income per share stood at $2.41.This robust financial performance was further highlighted by a GAAP operating margin of 20% and a non-GAAP operating margin of 33.1%. Salesforce also reported a current remaining performance obligation of $26.4 billion, which is a 10% increase from the previous year, indicating a strong pipeline of future business.Operating cash flow soared by 29% to $1.98 billion, and free cash flow saw a 30% rise, reaching $1.78 billion. The company returned a total of $1.6 billion to its stockholders.
 Salesforce’s AI Initiatives Drive GrowthSalesforce’s strategic focus on artificial intelligence is a significant factor in its favorable financial outlook. The recent launch of the AI platform Agentforce has been pivotal in driving this growth. By integrating AI into its platform, Salesforce aims to transform labor and industry operations globally, enhancing customer success through the synergy of human efforts and AI agents.The company plans to hire an additional 1,000 employees to bolster AI product sales, reflecting its commitment to expanding AI capabilities. Despite facing challenges with some acquired divisions, Salesforce’s core business continues to demonstrate robust growth, which is supported by its AI-focused strategy.
 Stock Performance Reflects Investor Confidence in Salesforce’s GrowthSalesforce’s stock has shown notable activity, with the current price standing at 374.20 as of December 4, 2024, up over 12% in premarket trading at the time of writing (05:03 EST).The stock’s 52-week range has seen a low of $212.00 and a high of $348.86, indicating significant yearly appreciation. Key metrics reveal a market capitalization of $316.85 billion, a dividend rate of $1.60, and a dividend yield of 0.48%.The price-to-earnings ratios, trailing at 57.84 and forward at 29.67, suggest investor optimism about future earnings growth. Analysts have given a “Buy” recommendation, with a target high price of $450.00, reflecting strong confidence in Salesforce’s market strategy and growth potential.Salesforce has set its revenue expectations for the next quarter between $9.9 billion and $10.1 billion, suggesting continued momentum. The company’s strategic focus on AI is anticipated to be a key driver of future growth, with the potential for Agentforce to scale significantly.More By This Author:AT&T Plans $20B In Buybacks Over 3 Years; Projects $2.07 EPS By 2025PLTR Hits 52-Week High After FedRAMP Authorization, Opening New Doors For The FirmIntel Stock Rises Following CEO Change Announcement