Azure Becomes Primary Cloud PlatformThe company will use Microsoft Azure as its primary cloud platform under its “Cloud First, Data Centric” strategy.Azure will support the modernization of core IT systems, consolidation of company data and deployment of advanced analytics and AI across global business processes.ArcelorMittal also plans to integrate Microsoft Fabric, Purview, Foundry and other Azure services.Partnership Targets Efficiency And ResilienceThe initiative is designed to accelerate AI-powered innovation, strengthen cybersecurity and system resilience, improve operational efficiency and reduce reliance on legacy IT systems.“At ArcelorMittal, technology is central to how we compete, a driver of performance, innovation and lasting advantage,” ArcelorMittal Chief Information Officer Nik Puri said.“Our expanded relationship with Microsoft is not simply about modernizing systems; it’s about fundamentally reshaping our IT operating model, embedding data and AI into the core of how we run our IT estate.”ArcelorMittal Stock: Key Levels To WatchWith the stock near $72, the chart remains firmly bullish. Shares trade about 8% above the 20-day and 50-day SMAs, 16% above the 100-day SMA and 30% above the 200-day SMA.The moving-average structure also supports the uptrend, with the 20-day SMA above the 50-day and the 50-day above the 200-day.Momentum is strengthening as MACD remains above its signal line and the histogram stays positive, indicating buyers are regaining control despite the stock’s extended position.