TECHNOLOGY · VERIFIED DEVELOPMENT
Microsoft Denies Xbox Sale Reports, Vows to Overhaul Unit
WHY IT MATTERS
The denial of Xbox sale reports provides clarity on Microsoft's gaming strategy, alleviating concerns among gamers and investors.
What happened
Microsoft's gaming chief, Asha Sharma, has denied reports that the company is considering selling its Xbox business. In an interview, Sharma stated that Xbox is not for sale and that the company will do whatever it takes to set it up for success.
This includes exploring partnerships and overhauling the unit's operating model. The comments come after reports suggested that Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and CFO Amy Hood had been considering spinning out Xbox.
However, it appears that Nadella and Hood have since supported Sharma's plans to revamp the unit.
PRIMARY SOURCES
‘Xbox is not for sale’ says Microsoft’s gaming chief
The Verge · Tom Warren · Discovery only; Vox Media copyright terms apply
CORRECTIONS & UPDATES
- Revision 1 · Initial ingestion · Sep 30, 2026, 4:30 PM
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