From the 1st April 2023 Microsoft announced they are taking steps to align the pricing around the world for Microsoft 365 services. This will take the form of an initial rise in prices for anyone in the UK and Europe, and will be reviewed twice yearly based on the current exchange rate ($ -> £) so the pricing may vary each year.
UK Companies can initially expect a 9% rise on pricing for all Microsoft services, which comes into effect on the first renewal date of their services, after the 1st of April.
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Microsoft's statement is below:
Consistent global pricing for the Microsoft Cloud - Microsoft News Centre Europe
Today, we are announcing that Microsoft is taking several steps to align the pricing of our Microsoft Cloud products globally, meaning customers will have consistent pricing reflecting the exchange rate of the local currency to the US dollar (USD). Starting April 1, 2023, pricing for Microsoft Cloud products will be adjusted in the following currencies:
In the future, Microsoft will assess pricing in local currency as part of a regular twice a year cadence, taking into consideration currency fluctuations relative to the USD. This will provide increased transparency and predictability for customers globally and move to a pricing model that is most common in our industry.
The Microsoft Cloud continues to be priced competitively, and Microsoft remains deeply committed to the success of its customers and partners. We will continue to invest to enable customers to innovate, consolidate and eliminate operating costs, optimize business performance and efficiency and provide the foundation for a strong security strategy that customers around the world have come to rely on.
