Microsoft owns LinkedIn, the professional networking platform, among its portfolio of major businesses.
Microsoft announced its agreement to acquire LinkedIn in 2016 for $26.2 billion, and the transaction closed later that year. LinkedIn continued operating as a distinct service while becoming part of Microsoft’s broader business portfolio.
The acquisition added a large professional network, recruiting business, advertising operation, and subscription service to Microsoft. LinkedIn’s data and relationships also complemented Microsoft products aimed at workplaces, although the platforms remain separately branded.
Microsoft’s market capitalization is influenced by its entire business, not LinkedIn alone. Its largest financial engines include cloud computing through Azure, productivity software such as Microsoft 365, Windows, gaming, enterprise services, and advertising.