Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol MSFT
  • Rev/Share 37.9018
  • Book/Share 46.21
  • PB 11.114
  • Debt/Equity 0.1764
  • CurrentRatio 1.3534
  • ROIC 0.2202

 

  • MktCap 3817525588927.0005
  • FreeCF/Share 9.6342
  • PFCF 53.3092
  • PE 37.4876
  • Debt/Assets 0.0979
  • DivYield 0.0065
  • ROE 0.3244

 

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

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Reiterated MSFT Mizuho -- Outperform $625 $640 Oct. 17, 2025
Reiterated MSFT Wells Fargo -- Overweight $650 $675 Oct. 6, 2025
Reiterated MSFT Bernstein -- Outperform $540 $637 July 31, 2025
Reiterated MSFT Morgan Stanley -- Overweight $530 $582 July 31, 2025
Reiterated MSFT Barclays -- Overweight $550 $625 July 31, 2025
Reiterated MSFT Jefferies -- Buy $600 $675 July 31, 2025
Reiterated MSFT BofA Securities -- Buy $585 $640 July 31, 2025
Reiterated MSFT Wells Fargo -- Overweight $600 $650 July 31, 2025
Reiterated MSFT Oppenheimer -- Outperform $600 $630 July 31, 2025
Reiterated MSFT UBS -- Buy $600 $650 July 31, 2025

News

Microsoft: Double-Digit Growth Outlook Refined
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Published: September 16, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Microsoft's Azure cloud growth remains the key driver, supported by strong AI integration and its OpenAI partnership, with a 5-year average growth forecast of 30.5%. The gaming segment faces headwinds from console cycle maturity and market shifts, but represents less than 8% of total revenue, limiting its impact on overall growth. Our updated DCF valuation shows a 26% upside as we rate Microsoft as a Buy, reflecting higher forward growth forecasts and robust cloud momentum.

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Microsoft just increased its dividend by 10%
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Published: September 16, 2025 by: Finbold
Sentiment: Positive

On September 15, 2025, Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) announced a quarterly dividend increase of 9.6% (or 8 cents), raising the payout to $0.91 per share.

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WSJ's Tim Higgins: Apple is facing a situation similar to the one Microsoft faced a generation ago
AAPL, MSFT
Published: September 16, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Negative

Tim Higgins, The Wall Street Journal business columnist and ‘iWar' author, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the legal and regulatory challenges facing Apple's App Store, how the court fights could become a big distraction for the tech giant, impact of Apple's legal battles on the company's AI development, and more.

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GOOG, AAPL and MSFT Forecast – Major Tech Stocks Looking to Rally
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Published: September 16, 2025 by: FXEmpire
Sentiment: Positive

The three stocks in this article all share the same potential for continued upward momentum. At this point, traders are looking to jump back into the AI trade and the overall tech trade as well.

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Building "A.I. Economy:" GOOGL, MSFT & Other "Stage 2" Winners
GOOG, GOOGL, MSFT
Published: September 15, 2025 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Positive

Kim Forrest believes A.I. investors had their expectations set too high when it came to the evolving tech.

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3 Software Stocks to Watch Closely in a Thriving Industry
MANH, MSFT, PTC
Published: September 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Steady digital transformation and strong adoption of AI bode well for Computer Software industry participants like MSFT, PTC and MANH amid broader market volatility.

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MSFT Stock Analysis: Is Microsoft Stock A Buy At $510?
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Published: September 15, 2025 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Neutral

Microsoft's stock (NASDAQ: MSFT) has climbed over 30% in the past six months, driven by strong quarterly results marked by improving revenue growth and expanding margins. However, with the stock now trading at 37 times its trailing earnings, the key question for investors is whether MSFT is still worth buying.

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Microsoft: An AI-Powered Cash Flow Machine
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Published: September 15, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Microsoft (MSFT) stands out as a defensive AI leader, combining robust growth potential with sustained profitability and downside protection for investors. MSFT exceeded expectations in Q4 FY2025, with revenue up 17%, cloud growth accelerating, and strong operating margins, driven by surging Azure demand. The $17.4B Nebius (NBIS) AI infrastructure deal secures long-term capacity, supporting MSFT's AI ambitions while maintaining abundant free cash flow despite rising capex.

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Wall Street Week in Review: Stocks Notch Highs Despite Pessimism
AVGO, HOOD, MSFT, NBIS, NVDA, OPEN, ORCL, TSLA
Published: September 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

It was a busy week on Wall Street marked by Oracle earnings, and a slew of individual news items. Looking ahead, all eyes will be on the Fed's interest-rate decision next week.

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Nasdaq 100 and S&P500: Microsoft and Tesla Fuel Midday Gains as Rate Cut Hopes Grow
MSFT, TSLA
Published: September 12, 2025 by: FXEmpire
Sentiment: Positive

Microsoft and Tesla drive Nasdaq 100 and S&P500 midday gains as traders bet on Fed rate cuts. US stocks rally while Dow lags on weakness in financials.

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Microsoft and OpenAI ‘Working to Finalize' Terms of Next Stage of Partnership
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Published: September 12, 2025 by: PYMNTS
Sentiment: Positive

Microsoft and OpenAI are getting close to an agreement on the future of their partnership. The companies said in a joint statement released Thursday (Sept.

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Could Microsoft buy OpenAI? A new arrangement makes that possible — one day.
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Published: September 12, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Neutral

OpenAI's transition to a profit-driven business model makes it a better candidate for an IPO or an acquisition

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4 Cloud Computing Stocks to Watch as Markets Hit Record High on a Trot
ANET, GOOG, GOOGL, IBM, MSFT
Published: September 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

MSFT, GOOGL, IBM and ANET are indispensable cloud stocks for any investment portfolio.

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Wall Street Analysts Think Microsoft (MSFT) Is a Good Investment: Is It?
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Published: September 12, 2025 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 and OpenAI enter non-binding deal, Gemini Space Station IPO
GEMI, MSFT
Published: September 12, 2025 by: Yahoo Finance
Sentiment: Positive

Microsoft and OpenAI have signed a non-binding deal for new relationship terms that would allow OpenAI to proceed to restructure itself into a for-profit company. The move is significant for OpenAI as it seeks to raise capital under a more common governance structure and eventually go public to fund AI development.

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Microsoft slips unscathed through EU competition probe after promising to unbundle Teams
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Published: September 12, 2025 by: TechCrunch
Sentiment: Positive

Thanks to a pledge to unbundle its corporate messaging app Teams from its productivity suites, Microsoft has managed to slip unscathed through a major antitrust investigation by the European Commission that could have resulted in massive fines for the tech giant.

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Microsoft execs tell employees in internal meeting RTO is backed by data that shows in-office workers are 'thriving'
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Published: September 11, 2025 by: Business Insider
Sentiment: Neutral

Microsoft explained its new, stricter return-to-office policy by citing internal employee data. Remote work weakened social ties, impacting innovation, according to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella.

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Jobless Claims Spike to +263K, CPI Mild & In-Line
CPI, FOMC, IBM, INTC, MSFT, PPI
Published: September 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Today's Initial Jobless Claims headline seals the deal for next week's rate cut: +263K new claims.

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US Senator Wyden pushes FTC to investigate Microsoft for 'gross cybersecurity negligence'
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Published: September 10, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Negative

U.S. Democratic Senator Ron Wyden on Wednesday requested the Federal Trade Commission “investigate and hold Microsoft responsible” for its role in a string of high-profile cybersecurity incidents in recent years, saying the company's approach to security “continues to threaten U.S. national security.”

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Nebius Group: The Bubble That Wasn't, Microsoft Just Proved You Wrong
MSFT, NBIS
Published: September 10, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

The $17.4B Microsoft deal validates my bullish thesis on Nebius Group N.V., unlocking hyperscaler growth and confirming the company's ability to scale rapidly. While the contract boosts revenue potential, it also requires significant CapEx, but the long-term benefits and customer confidence outweigh near-term risks. My updated models show 22%-29% upside for NBIS stock, with a $114.87 price target and potential for further gains as Microsoft options are exercised.

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Microsoft's Gaming Revenue Growth: Can the Xbox Ecosystem Sustain It?
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Published: September 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

MSFT's gaming arm posts 10% revenue growth, fueled by Game Pass momentum, blockbuster titles and a vast Xbox user base.

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Oracle Is Outshining Microsoft and Amazon. What It Has That They Don't.
AMZN, MSFT, ORCL
Published: September 10, 2025 by: Barrons
Sentiment: Positive

Oracle began building up its cloud-computing business to compete with Amazon and Microsoft a decade ago. AI has supercharged its growth.

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Microsoft Cracks Down on Work Speech, Limits Remote Work
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Published: September 09, 2025 by: WSJ
Sentiment: Negative

The company is tightening controls on workplace discussions and building security following a sit-in Gaza protest.

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Microsoft to buy AI from Anthropic in shift away from OpenAI, sources say
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Published: September 09, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral

CNBC's MacKenzie Sigalos reports on the latest news regarding Microsoft.

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BrightWork Unveils New Features for BrightWork 365 Enhancing Microsoft Teams Integration and Project Management
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Published: September 09, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

BrightWork 365: Revolutionizing Project Management with Enhanced Features BrightWork 365: Revolutionizing Project Management with Enhanced Features

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Microsoft says employees will be expected in office three days a week
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Published: September 09, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Neutral

Microsoft said in a blog post that employees will have to start coming into the office three days a week. The company said the new requirements will go into effect in Puget Sound, which includes its headquarters outside of Seattle, starting in February.

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Nebius: Microsoft Home Run
MSFT, NBIS
Published: September 09, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Nebius Group N.V. just landed a $17.4B, 5-year AI GPU contract with Microsoft, massively exceeding previous revenue expectations. The AI cloud company is uniquely positioned with under appreciated assets and limited debt, enabling aggressive AI infrastructure expansion and further customer growth beyond Microsoft. Despite a sharp after-hours stock jump, Nebius trades at only 4x conservative 2027 ARR estimates, leaving significant upside as the Microsoft deal ramps.

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Nebius surges on Microsoft deal
MSFT, NBIS
Published: September 09, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive

CNBC's Kristina Partsinevelos joins 'Money Movers' to discuss what's behind shares of Nebius surging.

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Nebius's deal with Microsoft points to astounding growth — and CoreWeave could benefit too
CRWV, MSFT, NBIS
Published: September 09, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Positive

The new contract between Nebius and Microsoft could foreshadow future deals with large tech companies that are trying to limit a drain on their cash flow.

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Microsoft sets new RTO policy, requiring employees in the office 3 days per week
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Published: September 09, 2025 by: GeekWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Microsoft is updating its flexible work expectations with a revised return-to-office policy that requires employees to be on-site three days

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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.