In terms of market value Google has left behind Microsoft to become the second richest firm in the tech world. Google market share raised 0.96 percent to end at $761.78, whereas Microsoft’s shares fell 0.91 percent with a market worth of $247.2 billion.
It has been observed that the stock price of Google has taken a steady climb this year making its position stronger in key Internet growth areas with its dominant search engine, Android mobile operating system and YouTube video venue.
Enthusiasm for Microsoft has been lukewarm, despite its upcoming launch of the Windows 8 operating system and a push into the tablet and phone markets.
