On December 11, 2025, Microsoft confirmed that it will adjust Commercial Cloud pricing in several local currencies to ensure consistency with global U.S. dollar levels. This semi‑annual review process helps align regional pricing with exchange rate movements and local economic conditions.
Which Currencies Are Affected?
Effective February 1, 2026, adjustments will apply to the following currencies:
|
Pricing Currency |
Cloud % Adjustment1 |
On-Prem % Adjustment |
|
Swiss franc (CHF) |
-9.5% |
None |
|
Danish krone (DKK) |
-7.4% |
None |
|
Euro (EUR) |
-7.4% |
None |
|
Norwegian krone (NOK) |
-7.2% |
None |
|
Swedish krona (SEK) |
-13.5% |
None |
Percentage changes for individual SKUs might vary slightly from these percentages due to pricing calculations and rounding rules. These changes are designed to bring local pricing in line with global benchmarks, ensuring fairness and consistency across regions.
Good News for Europe
For many European customers, these adjustments are downward or neutral, meaning that local pricing will better reflect current exchange rates and in some cases reduce costs compared to U.S. dollar equivalents. This ensures greater fairness and stability for organisations operating in Europe, helping them plan budgets with more confidence.
What This Means for UK Clients
Importantly, there are no changes for UK customers. Pricing in British Pounds (GBP) remains unchanged in this round of adjustments. This means UK organisations can continue budgeting without concern for unexpected increases tied to currency alignment.
Upcoming Global Price Increases – July 1, 2026
While the February 2026 adjustments bring good news for many European customers and stability for the UK, Microsoft has also announced that global price increases will take effect on July 1, 2026 which we highlighted on our email on the 5th December 2025.
Clients should factor these upcoming changes into their 2026/27 IT budgets to avoid surprises. Please contact us if you would like budget information for the next financial year.
Why Microsoft Makes These Adjustments
Microsoft reviews local currency pricing twice a year to ensure parity with U.S. dollar pricing. This process:
- Reflects exchange rate fluctuations.
- Maintains consistency across geographies.
- Provides transparency for customers worldwide.
Guidance for The SAM Club Clients
- UK customers: No action required — your Commercial Cloud pricing remains stable.
- European clients (outside the UK): Expect adjustments from February 1, 2026, depending on your local currency.
- Planning ahead: If your organisation operates across multiple regions, factor these changes into your IT budgets for 2026.
Conclusion
Microsoft’s latest announcement highlights its ongoing commitment to global pricing consistency. While several European currencies will see adjustments in February 2026 — with many customers benefiting from fairer, more predictable pricing — UK customers remain unaffected until July. The global price increases on July 1, 2026 are the next milestone to prepare for, and The SAM Club will continue to guide our clients through these changes and seek to minimise additional costs where possible.