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Microsoft Corp (MSFT)

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+5.47 (1.38%)

as of Jul 16, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Jul 16, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 128 opinions in the last 12 months.

Microsoft Corp (MSFT) is currently viewed as a resilient player in the technology sector, although it faces challenges primarily related to fears surrounding its AI strategy and competition. Despite concerns about its software business being impacted by AI developments, experts recognize MSFT's strengths in its Azure cloud offerings and productivity software. The company reported strong earnings but has been penalized for ramping up capital expenditures on AI, leading to a mixed outlook among analysts. Many see potential for long-term growth, driven by its diverse offerings and a solid financial position, while some express cautiousness over its current valuation and market sentiment. Overall, MSFT is considered a core holding by several analysts, with recommendations to buy on dips, citing its ability to innovate and adapt strategically to ongoing market changes.

Consensus

Buy

Valuation

Fair Value

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BUY

The worst stock today because of a downgrade from buy to neutral due to slowing Azure growth If you have a strong conviction in this name, then he feels better that we're lowering expectations for the stock and its cloud business (MSFT's most important segment). This is good. Still likes MSFT--it's the most diversified megatech stock and the best in this space.

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WEAK BUY

She owns it, but is underweight. Its forward 22x PE is higher than peers, like Meta. Inevitably, this will give up more PE, but will settle down. Great company, great balance sheet.

DON'T BUY

Not cheap at 24x PE, but the company is entering a mature phase. In 10 years, we will look at high-growth megatechs as industrials or utilities. Given this maturity, we need to re-rate this group.

HOLD

The worst stock today because of a downgrade from buy to neutral due to slowing Azure growth He's owns only a little of it. Megatech will enjoy some good days this year, but tech will not be a theme. MSFT will do fine overall. But it's pricey at 24x.

BUY

For a long, he felt this was expensive. Now trades at 20x 2024. A premier franchise and hasn't been washed out like other big tech names. MSFT has performed well in a tough market. MSFT is a good long-term wealth builder. This is solid, despite a rough macro picture.

COMMENT

At what price to overweight? $210 was the time. Still has a good long runway from here. His second-largest holding at 8.2%, so he might need to trim. Poster child of diversification in the tech arena. Very well run. Try to pick it up anywhere south of $220. (Analysts’ price target is $306.50)

TOP PICK

World's largest software company, second largest company in the world. 3 segments: personal computing, business productivity, intelligent cloud. Scale advantage, defensive growth. Great exposure to long-term, secular infotech growth themes, notably digital transformation, business intelligence, and analytics collaboration. 70% of revenue is recurring, and investors like that. Great entry point. Yield is 1.09%. (Analysts’ price target is $296.10)

BUY

Loves it. Brilliant to put themselves in the centre of small- and mid-sized businesses almost everywhere in the world. Not going away. That's why he sees it more as a utility. Surprised by the selloff, great entry point. Dividend will rise.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

One of his top 10 holdings. Very well positioned. Below $220 is a screaming buy, wouldn't hurt to put the pin in around $220-230. Will see increased volatility around the potential Fed pivot. (Analysts’ price target is $298.00)

BUY

It's 26% off its highs. No, they won't grow at 54% YOY as they did during the pandemic, but they are still double-digit earners and hold $63 billion of free cash flow at 3.63% (though he'd prefer over 5%). There continues to be value here. Likes it.

TOP PICK

There have been several factors that have brought the price down, lower PC sales, etc The space has been overcrowded and over-owned. Over time the macro and FX headwinds will abate. There is high growth in the cloud, mid-teen growth in productivity and business, and low growth in Windows. He expects 20% growth in free cash flow and earnings per share. It is one of the world's premier companies. Buy 53, Hold 4, Sell 0 (Analysts’ price target is $297.03)

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TOP PICK

Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Healthy growth in its Cloud services has overcome lagging pc sales, leading to another earnings beat - making MSFT a TOP PICK. Recently reported earnings support a healthy 42% ROE. While other companies are raising debt, this company is paying down debt, buying back shares and growing cash reserves. Its dividend is backed by a payout ratio under 30% and has been growing for 19 consecutive years. We recommend placing a a stop-loss at $215, looking to achieve $301 -- upside potential over 21% Yield 1.1% (Analysts’ price target is $300.64)

HOLD

Trades at 9x price to sales, not cheap by any stretch. 10-year average is 7x. One to hold. He still holds it in his small stable of tech names. He wouldn't start a position here. Other opportunities in other sectors will show up.

WEAK BUY

MSFT vs. GOOG for a 10-year hold? He owns GOOG, but isn't against MSFT. GOOG is about 6-8 multiple points cheaper than MSFT. Both very good businesses and operators. Fantastic turnaround, making software into a service. Second-largest cloud business, plus great gaming technology. GOOG has a larger moat.

BUY

Believes company has good long term prospects. Now a good time to buy given market sell off. Once market recovers, will reward shareholders. Great business that is well run.

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