Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)

Currency in USD
412.78
+1.40(+0.34%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
405.11418.42
52 wk Range
356.28555.45
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
411.38
Open
407.42
Day's Range
405.11-418.42
52 wk Range
356.28-555.45
Volume
16.45M
Average Volume (3m)
34.93M
1-Year Change
-5.061%
Book Value / Share
55.8
Fair Value
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Fair Price
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Price Target
559.85
Upside
+35.63%
Members' Sentiments
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ProTips
17 analysts have revised their earnings downwards for the upcoming period

Microsoft Corporation News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Neutral

Analyst Ratings

51 Buy
3 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
54 analysts
Overall Consensus
Strong Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 559.85
(+35.63% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Stifel
Hold415.00+0.51%-MaintainMay 06, 2026
KeyBanc
Buy600.00+45.31%-MaintainMay 05, 2026
UBS
Buy510.00+23.51%510.00MaintainApr 30, 2026
Benchmark
Buy525.00+27.15%450.00MaintainApr 30, 2026
TD Cowen
Buy540.00+30.78%-MaintainApr 30, 2026

Microsoft Corporation SWOT Analysis


Cloud Dominance
Microsoft's Azure platform continues to outpace expectations, with 35% year-over-year growth, solidifying its position as a leader in cloud computing
AI Integration
Explore how Microsoft's strategic focus on AI across its product portfolio, including the Copilot assistant, is driving innovation and market leadership
Financial Outlook
Analysts project EPS of $13.48 for FY2025 and $15.08 for FY2026, with revenue estimates reaching $360 billion by FY2027. Average price target: $545
Challenges Ahead
Delve into Microsoft's premium valuation and potential risks, including macroeconomic uncertainties and the challenge of monetizing significant AI investments
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Microsoft Corporation Earnings Call Summary for Q3/2026

  • Microsoft Q3 2026 revenue hit $82.9B (+18% YoY), EPS $4.27 (+21% YoY), both exceeding forecasts; stock fell 1.12% after-hours to $424.36.
  • Microsoft Cloud revenue surged 29% YoY driven by AI advancements; operating income rose 20% while gross margin dipped to 68% on AI investments.
  • Q4 2026 guidance: EPS $4.28, revenue $87.9B; FY2027 EPS forecast $19.09, signaling continued growth momentum in cloud and AI segments.
  • CEO Nadella cited strong cloud/AI demand; CFO Hood emphasized ongoing AI infrastructure investments positioning company for future expansion.
  • Key risks include margin pressure from AI spending, cloud market competition, macroeconomic headwinds, and currency fluctuation impacts.
Last Updated: 2026-04-29, 06:56 p/m
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Earnings

Latest Release
Apr 29, 2026
EPS / Forecast
4.27 / 4.05
Revenue / Forecast
82.9B / 81.29B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 16.79%
Dividend Yield
0.88%
Industry Median 1.06%
Annualized payout
3.64
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+10.21%
Growth Streak

MSFT Income Statement

Compare MSFT to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
MSFT
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
24.6x24.3x13.1x
PEG Ratio
0.821.610.01
Price/Book
7.4x6.1x2.4x
Price / LTM Sales
9.7x4.2x2.5x
Upside (Analyst Target)
36.1%44.9%21.8%
Fair Value Upside
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Microsoft Corporation develops and supports software, services, devices, and solutions worldwide. The Productivity and Business Processes segment offers Microsoft 365 commercial, enterprise mobility + security, windows commercial, power BI, exchange, sharepoint, Microsoft teams, security and compliance, and copilot; Microsoft 365 commercial products, such as Windows commercial on-premises and office licensed services; Microsoft 365 consumer products and cloud services, including Microsoft 365 consumer subscriptions, office licensed on-premises, and other consumer services; LinkedIn; dynamics products and cloud services, such as dynamics 365, cloud-based applications, and on-premises ERP and CRM applications. Its Intelligent Cloud segment provides Server products and cloud services comprising Azure and other cloud services, GitHub, Nuance Healthcare, virtual desktop offerings, and other cloud services; server products, including SQL and windows server, visual studio and system center related client access licenses, and other on-premises offerings; enterprise and partner services, such as enterprise support and nuance professional services, industry solutions, Microsoft partner network, and learning experience. The Personal Computing segment provides windows and devices, such as Windows OEM licensing and devices and surface and PC accessories; gaming services and solutions, such as Xbox hardware, content, and services, first- and third-party content Xbox game pass, subscriptions, and cloud gaming, advertising, and other cloud services; search and news advertising services that includes Bing and Copilot, Microsoft News and Edge, and third-party affiliates. It sells its products through OEMs, distributors, and resellers; and online and retail stores. The company was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Redmond, Washington.

Employees
228000

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
2.97B39.99%1.23T
Other Institutional Investors
2.59B34.87%1.07T
Public Companies & Retail Investors
1.87B25.14%772.55B
Total
7.43B100.00%3.07T

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
The Vanguard Group, Inc.9.66%717,942,580296,955,410
BlackRock, Inc.8.09%600,871,297248,532,386

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FAQ

What Is the Microsoft (MSFT) Stock Price Today?

The Microsoft stock price today is 412.78 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Microsoft Trade On?

Microsoft is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Microsoft?

The stock symbol for Microsoft is "MSFT."

Does Microsoft Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Microsoft dividend yield is 0.88%.

What Is the Microsoft Market Cap?

As of today, Microsoft market cap is 3.08T USD.

What Is Microsoft's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Microsoft EPS (TTM) is 16.79.

When Is the Next Microsoft Earnings Date?

Microsoft will release its next earnings report on Jul 28, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is MSFT a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Sell.

How Many Times Has Microsoft Stock Split?

Microsoft has split 9 times.

How Many Employees Does Microsoft Have?

Microsoft has 228000 employees.

What is the current trading status of Microsoft (MSFT)?

As of May 06, 2026, Microsoft (MSFT) is trading at a price of 412.78 USD, with a previous close of 411.38 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 405.11 USD to 418.42 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 356.28 USD to 555.45 USD.

What Is Microsoft (MSFT) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Microsoft is 559.85 USD, with a high estimate of 870 USD and a low estimate of 400 USD. 51 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Strong Buy. The stock has an +35.63% Upside potential.

What Is the MSFT Premarket Price?

MSFT's last pre-market stock price is 407.87 USD. The pre-market share volume is 1,680,000.00, and the stock has decreased by -3.51, or -0.85%.

What Is the MSFT After Hours Price?

MSFT's last after hours stock price is 408.11 USD, the stock has decreased by -3.27, or -0.79%.
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