Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol MSFT
  • Rev/Share 39.5281
  • Book/Share 48.8465
  • PB 9.812
  • Debt/Equity 0.1668
  • CurrentRatio 1.4005
  • ROIC 0.2194

 

  • MktCap 3562492932151.0005
  • FreeCF/Share 10.496
  • PFCF 45.663
  • PE 33.9569
  • Debt/Assets 0.0952
  • DivYield 0.0071
  • ROE 0.3153

 

  • Rating B+
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 2
  • DCF Score 3
  • P/B Score 1
  • D/E Score 3

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Reiterated MSFT Barclays -- Overweight $625 $610 Jan. 12, 2026
Resumed MSFT Goldman -- Buy -- $655 Jan. 12, 2026
Reiterated MSFT Wells Fargo -- Overweight $700 $665 Jan. 8, 2026
Downgrade MSFT Rothschild & Co Redburn Buy Neutral -- $500 Nov. 18, 2025
Initiation MSFT Robert W. Baird -- Outperform -- -- Nov. 14, 2025
Reiterated MSFT BMO Capital Markets -- Outperform $650 $625 Oct. 30, 2025
Upgrade MSFT Guggenheim Neutral Buy -- $586 Oct. 27, 2025
Reiterated MSFT Citigroup -- Buy $680 $682 Oct. 22, 2025
Reiterated MSFT Mizuho -- Outperform $625 $640 Oct. 17, 2025
Reiterated MSFT Wells Fargo -- Overweight $650 $675 Oct. 6, 2025

News

MSFT's Office 365 Subscription Growth Picks Up: Sign of More Upside?
MSFT
Published: January 09, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Microsoft shares gain as Office 365 subscriptions accelerate, with commercial and consumer growth, higher-tier uptake, and AI tools boosting revenue per user.

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Microsoft: The Calm Before A 2026 Earnings Reacceleration
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Published: January 08, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Microsoft Corporation is positioned for exceptional execution and share price gains in 2026, driven by revenue recognition and margin normalization convergence. MSFT demonstrates robust forward revenue visibility, with commercial RPO up 51% YoY and strong Azure demand constrained by supply, not waning interest. Operating margins remain resilient despite AI cost pressures, with Copilot and M365 efficiencies offsetting increased expenses and supporting margin accretion as AI costs normalize.

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Exclusive: Big Tech spared strict rules in EU digital rule overhaul, sources say
AMZN, GOOG, GOOGL, META, MSFT, NFLX
Published: January 08, 2026 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Positive

Alphabet's Google , Meta Platforms , Netflix , Microsoft and Amazon will not face heavy-handed regulations in Europe's digital rule overhaul despite calls from telecoms companies, people with direct knowledge of the matter said on Thursday.

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PayPal Teams With Microsoft to Power Checkout in Copilot
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Published: January 08, 2026 by: PYMNTS
Sentiment: Positive

PayPal is working with Microsoft to support the launch of the tech giant's Copilot Checkout. This service allows shoppers to browse and pay without needing to leave Copilot, the companies said in a Thursday (Jan. 8) news release.

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Wall Street Analysts Predict a 30.32% Upside in Microsoft (MSFT): Here's What You Should Know
MSFT
Published: January 08, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

The mean of analysts' price targets for Microsoft (MSFT) points to a 30.3% upside in the stock. While this highly sought-after metric has not proven reasonably effective, strong agreement among analysts in raising earnings estimates does indicate an upside in the stock.

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Here's Why Microsoft (MSFT) is a Strong Growth Stock
MSFT
Published: January 08, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Earnings Growth & Price Strength Make Microsoft (MSFT) a Stock to Watch
MSFT
Published: January 08, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Is There Anyone That Can Catch Microsoft in the AI Race?
MSFT
Published: January 08, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Neutral

Microsoft ( NASDAQ:MSFT ) is seen as one of the few companies that has gone all in on AI, spending tens of billions in capex and to integrate it across its products and services.

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How to Trade the Magnificent 7 Stocks in 2026
AAPL, AMZN, GOOGL, META, MSFT, NVDA, TSLA
Published: January 07, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Last year was another strong one for the world's leading technology companies, the so-called Magnificent 7. While artificial intelligence has clearly acted as a tailwind, underlying business performance has remained strong even absent AI-driven contributions, with these companies continuing to deliver durable revenue growth and reinforce competitive advantages few peers can match.

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Microsoft Dips 9% in 3 Months: 3 Reasons Why the Stock is Still a Buy
BRK-A, BRK-B, MSFT
Published: January 07, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

MSFT shares are down 9%, but Azure's 40% growth, Copilot's 150 million users, and a cash-rich balance sheet support long-term upside.

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Is Microsoft Stock Expensive?
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Published: January 07, 2026 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Neutral

Microsoft stock is up 13% in a year, slightly underperforming the broader S&P 500 index, up 18%. Investors are now reassessing the AI-driven growth expectations.

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3 Stocks to Boost Your Portfolio as Dow Hits All-Time Closing High
AMZN, MSFT, NVDA
Published: January 07, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Dow hits record highs as AI powers the rally, putting AMZN, NVDA and MSFT among the key blue-chip stocks positioned to benefit from renewed risk appetite.

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Morgan Stanley's Top Software Pick for 2026 is a Great Value Buy
MSFT
Published: January 07, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Sometimes, the best value picks are the ones that have been hiding in plain sight all along.

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These 5 Software Stocks Prove Profitability Beats Growth in 2026
FTNT, INTU, MSFT, ORCL, PLTR
Published: January 07, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Software stocks have split into two camps in 2026. The winners are printing money with expanding margins and accelerating growth.

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Meta hires Microsoft exec, former Trump deputy as chief legal officer
META, MSFT
Published: January 06, 2026 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Positive

Meta said Tuesday that it hired former Microsoft legal executive Curtis Joseph Mahoney to become its chief legal officer. Mahoney will replace Meta's previous head lawyer Jennifer Newstead, who announced in December that she would be leaving Meta to become Apple's general counsel in March.

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Meta names Microsoft's Mahoney as chief legal officer
META, MSFT
Published: January 06, 2026 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Positive

Meta Platforms said on Tuesday it has appointed C.J. Mahoney, a seasoned legal executive with a career in both the technology sector and U.S. government, as its new chief legal officer.

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Is Microsoft (MSFT) a Solid Growth Stock? 3 Reasons to Think "Yes"
MSFT
Published: January 06, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Microsoft (MSFT) possesses solid growth attributes, which could help it handily outperform the market.

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Microsoft works with major US electric grid operator to modernize the Midwest power system
MSFT
Published: January 06, 2026 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Positive

The U.S. Midwest grid has teamed up with Microsoft , it said on Tuesday, in the latest instance of Big Tech turning to collaboration to help ensure the massive amounts of electricity needed for artificial intelligence are available.

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Is Microsoft (MSFT) a Buy as Wall Street Analysts Look Optimistic?
MSFT
Published: January 06, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?

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Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
MSFT
Published: January 06, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Microsoft (MSFT) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

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Mercer: Robotics to Lead "Next" Mag 7, AI Spending to Stay Robust
AAPL, AMZN, GOOG, GOOGL, META, MSFT, NVDA, TSLA
Published: January 05, 2026 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Positive

While data centers have taken investor focus over recent months, Zeno Mercer believes many are missing the next leg of markets in robotics. He sees companies that "separate the physical and digital world" while using the best of both will become the "next" Mag 7.

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Beyond the Santa Claus Rally—5 Quality Stocks to Buy in 2026
COST, DE, JPM, LULU, MSFT
Published: January 02, 2026 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

Investors who were hoping for a Santa Claus rally have been disappointed. After a promising move higher on Dec. 26, markets were down heading into 2026.

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Is Capital Group Dividend Value ETF Good For Retirees? | CGDV
AVGO, CGDV, LCID, MSFT, NVDA, SCHD
Published: January 02, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Neutral

Retirees seeking dividend income face a fundamental choice: prioritize immediate cash flow or accept lower yield for capital appreciation.

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Why analysts think this company could touch $5 trillion valuation in early 2026
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Published: January 01, 2026 by: Invezz
Sentiment: Positive

Analysts increasingly believe Microsoft could reach a $5 trillion market valuation in early 2026. The analysis is driven by accelerating artificial intelligence monetisation, dominance in enterprise cloud infrastructure, and expanding operating margins that are reshaping the company's earnings trajectory.

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Microsoft (MSFT) 2026: Azure AI & Corporate Adoption
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Published: December 31, 2025 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Positive

Ron Westfall and Evan Feagans dig into Microsoft (MSFT). Evan covers the market worries around its OpenAI investment, while Ron takes a more positive spin on the partnership.

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Microsoft Is Lagging the Market—But Its Moat May Matter More in 2026
MSFT
Published: December 31, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Negative

It's not often that investors have heard the words Microsoft NASDAQ: MSFT and “market laggard” in the same sentence. But that's the situation with MSFT stock with just a few trading sessions left in 2025.

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NBIS vs. MSFT: Which AI Infrastructure Stock Has More Upside?
MSFT, NBIS
Published: December 31, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Nebius offers pure-play AI infrastructure growth, while Microsoft leverages massive scale and embedded AI to dominate enterprise demand.

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3 ESG Stocks to Add to Your Portfolio for Sustainable Returns in 2026
IDXX, MSFT, NVDA
Published: December 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

NVIDIA, IDXX and Microsoft shine on ESG metrics, fueling investor interest with strong returns and ambitious 2030 goals.

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Top Wall Street analyst picks 5 AI stocks for 2026
AAPL, CRWD, MSFT, PLTR, TSLA
Published: December 30, 2025 by: Finbold
Sentiment: Positive

Artificial intelligence (AI) is closing 2025 as the dominant investment theme in global markets, but the focus heading into the new year is shifting away from the companies that powered the early stages of the rally.

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Microsoft CEO Injects ‘Sense of Urgency' Into AI Efforts
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Published: December 30, 2025 by: PYMNTS
Sentiment: Positive

Microsoft's CEO has reportedly undertaken major changes to bolster the company's artificial intelligence (AI) business. As the Financial Times (FT) reported Tuesday (Dec. 30), those changes include an overhaul of Microsoft's senior leadership as Satya Nadella looks to keep the company ahead in the AI race following the restructuring of its partnership with OpenAI.

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About Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)

  • IPO Date 1986-03-13
  • Website https://www.microsoft.com
  • Industry Software - Infrastructure
  • CEO Satya Nadella
  • Employees 228000

Microsoft Corporation develops, licenses, and supports software, services, devices, and solutions worldwide. The company operates in three segments: Productivity and Business Processes, Intelligent Cloud, and More Personal Computing. The Productivity and Business Processes segment offers Office, Exchange, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Office 365 Security and Compliance, Microsoft Viva, and Skype for Business; Skype, Outlook.com, OneDrive, and LinkedIn; and Dynamics 365, a set of cloud-based and on-premises business solutions for organizations and enterprise divisions. The Intelligent Cloud segment licenses SQL, Windows Servers, Visual Studio, System Center, and related Client Access Licenses; GitHub that provides a collaboration platform and code hosting service for developers; Nuance provides healthcare and enterprise AI solutions; and Azure, a cloud platform. It also offers enterprise support, Microsoft consulting, and nuance professional services to assist customers in developing, deploying, and managing Microsoft server and desktop solutions; and training and certification on Microsoft products. The More Personal Computing segment provides Windows original equipment manufacturer (OEM) licensing and other non-volume licensing of the Windows operating system; Windows Commercial, such as volume licensing of the Windows operating system, Windows cloud services, and other Windows commercial offerings; patent licensing; and Windows Internet of Things. It also offers Surface, PC accessories, PCs, tablets, gaming and entertainment consoles, and other devices; Gaming, including Xbox hardware, and Xbox content and services; video games and third-party video game royalties; and Search, including Bing and Microsoft advertising. The company sells its products through OEMs, distributors, and resellers; and directly through digital marketplaces, online stores, and retail stores. Microsoft Corporation was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Redmond, Washington.