For the quarter, Microsoft announced: 1  Earnings of $0.69 per share on an adjusted basis, up from $0.60 a year ago. Analysts were expecting $0.58. 2  Revenue of $22.6 billion, up from $22.18 billion a year ago. Analysts were expecting $22.14 billion.
Generally speaking, the best interest rate you can hope for on an auto loan is about Â½ percent less than the prime rate. Your Credit History. If you have a history of late payments, unpaid debts, collections, civil judgments, defaulted loans, or bankruptcy, youâll most likely end up paying a higher interest rate.
How a lower monthly payment can cost you more. One of the most important aspects of understanding how auto loans work is the relationship between the loan term and the interest you pay. Extending the loan term can dramatically lower your monthly payment, but it also means you pay more in interest.