Alpha Score of 69 reflects moderate overall profile with moderate momentum, moderate value, strong quality, moderate sentiment.
Microsoft shares slipped 0.84% to $496.82, holding within the 52-week range of $352.83-$542.07. The stock trades at a P/E multiple of 29.36 on trailing earnings of $17.28 per share. Recent quarterly data shows revenue growth of 17.8% year-over-year with EPS expanding 29.9%, supported by a net margin of 40.3%. The company's Alpha Score of 69.4 reflects the strongest sub-score in quality (87.8), while momentum (65.6) and sentiment (52.6) sit lower. This week's TestMu AI conference drew 145 speakers from Microsoft, Meta, and Replit, signaling continued enterprise AI investment. The next forward watch is the July earnings report, where Street estimates will test whether the current multiple can sustain its premium.
Microsoft fell 1.24% to $501.02, a modest decline in a broadly weaker tech session. The stock trades near the middle of its 52-week range ($352.83–$542.07) and carries a trailing P/E of 29.36 on EPS of $17.28. Revenue grew 17.8% year over year, while EPS expanded 29.9%, supported by a net margin above 40%. Microsoft's Alpha Score of 69.4 reflects a quality sub-score of 87.8 — the strongest pillar — against momentum at 65.6 and value at 69.2. Sentiment lags at 52.6, suggesting limited near-term catalyst from analyst revisions. The company is scheduled to report fiscal fourth-quarter results later this month, with investors focused on Azure growth and AI-related revenue contributions.
Microsoft fell 1.22% to $507.29, leaving the shares about 6% below the $542.07 52-week high. The pullback is small against the stock's climb from the $352.83 low: shares still trade nearly 44% above that level, roughly 82% of the way up the yearly range. Revenue grew 17.8% year over year while EPS grew 29.9%, 12.1 percentage points faster. Net margin is 40.3%. The trailing P/E of 29.36 on EPS of $17.28 puts the earnings yield at about 3.4%. MSFT's Alpha Score of 69.4 is a composite of four inputs. Quality is the standout at 87.8, the only sub-score above 80; momentum reads 65.6 and value 69.2, both close to the overall 69.4 reading. Sentiment, at 52.6, is the only sub-score below 60, and it sits 16.8 points under the composite. The coming quarterly earnings report will test whether the 17.8% revenue growth pace continues and whether net margin holds near 40%.
Microsoft rose 1.75% to $505.06, bouncing within 7% of its 52-week high at $542.07. The move follows last week's quarterly beat where Azure revenue crossed $100 billion annually. At 27.97 times earnings, the stock trades above its sector median. The Alpha Score of 74.6 is supported by a quality sub-score of 87.8 and momentum at 74.8, though the sentiment reading of 63.3 lags. Revenue grew 17.8% year-over-year and net margin came in at 40.3%, both above the software average. Next week, traders will watch for updates on Azure's AI capital spending plans and any guidance revisions ahead of the fiscal year-end.
Microsoft rose 0.95% to $496.37, trading near the middle of its 52-week range of $352.83 to $542.07. The stock's Alpha Score of 73.9 reflects strong quality (87.8) and momentum (76.2) sub-scores, while value (70) and sentiment (57.8) are more neutral. Revenue grew 17.8% year over year, with EPS up 29.9% and net margins at 40.3%, giving a P/E of 27.97. No company-specific news crossed today, but the broader AI investment theme remained active: Nvidia disclosed $18 billion in AI deal commitments, and Z.ai confirmed it built the Ox Alpha model that drew Silicon Valley praise. Microsoft's own AI push through its Azure and OpenAI partnership keeps it central to the narrative. The next catalyst is the quarterly earnings report, expected later this month.
Microsoft on Sept. 2 filed an 8-K announcing a change in its reportable segments and investor metrics, effective fiscal year 2027. The company will manage operations under two segments: Agents and Infra, and Devices and Consumer. The filing includes presentation materials titled "FY27 Segments and Investor Metrics" that provide summary financial information and historical data restated under the new structure. The information is furnished under Regulation FD and is not deemed filed for Securities Exchange Act purposes.
Microsoft filed its annual 10-K for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026, on July 29. The filing covers financial results across three segments: Intelligent Cloud, Productivity and Business Processes, and More Personal Computing. Revenue and earnings per share are reported in the full document. The Intelligent Cloud segment, anchored by Azure, continued to drive growth, with the company noting increased demand for AI infrastructure and services. Capital expenditures rose as Microsoft expanded data center capacity to support AI workloads. The acquisition of Activision Blizzard, completed in October 2023, contributed to the More Personal Computing segment, with gaming revenue including Xbox content and services. Microsoft also disclosed its investment in OpenAI Global LLC, reflecting its strategic bet on generative AI. The company returned capital to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases. A new $60 billion share repurchase program was authorized in September 2024, with no expiration date. Long-term debt issuances during the year funded investments and working capital. Management's discussion highlights competition in cloud computing and AI, regulatory risks, and the integration of acquired businesses. The filing also includes updates on hedging activities, equity investments, and tax matters, including an ongoing dispute with the IRS.
Microsoft filed an 8-K on July 29, 2026, attaching a press release with financial results for the quarter and fiscal year ended June 30, 2026. The filing is a standard earnings disclosure under Item 2.02. The press release is furnished, not filed, meaning it is not subject to Section 18 liability and cannot be incorporated by reference into other SEC filings unless explicitly stated. Alice L. Jolla, Corporate Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, signed the report.
On June 2, 2026, Reid Hoffman informed Microsoft that he will not stand for re-election to the Board of Directors at the company's 2026 annual shareholder meeting. Hoffman, who has served as a director since 2017, will continue in his role until the meeting. The company stated that his decision is not due to any disagreement with management regarding operations, policies, or practices. Microsoft thanked Hoffman for his contributions.
On May 14, 2026, Microsoft Corporation filed a Form 8-K with the Securities and Exchange Commission to report the appointment of Carmine Di Sibio to its Board of Directors. The appointment was effective May 13, 2026. Mr. Di Sibio will serve on the Board's Audit Committee and Compensation Committee. He qualifies as a non-employee director and will receive the standard compensation package for non-employee directors, as detailed in the company's 2025 Proxy Statement under the section titled Director Compensation. The filing states there is no arrangement or understanding between Mr. Di Sibio and any other person regarding his selection as a director. Additionally, Mr. Di Sibio has no direct or indirect material interest in any transaction that would require disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K. In connection with his appointment, Mr. Di Sibio and Microsoft will enter into the company's standard indemnification agreement for directors, which provides for indemnification, defense, and holding harmless against losses and expenses incurred through board service, subject to the agreement's terms and conditions. The 8-K filing was signed by Brian B. DeFoe, Corporate Secretary, and includes a press release dated May 14, 2026, as an exhibit.
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Microsoft Corp. is a leading technology company that develops, licenses, and supports a broad portfolio of consumer and enterprise software, services, devices, and solutions. Founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen and headquartered in Redmond, Washington, it operates through three primary segments: Productivity and Business Processes, which includes legacy Microsoft Office, cloud-based Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Skype, LinkedIn, and Dynamics; Intelligent Cloud, encompassing Azure infrastructure and platform-as-a-service, Windows Server OS, and SQL Server; and More Personal Computing, featuring Windows Client, Xbox gaming, Bing search, display advertising, Surface devices, and HoloLens. With approximately 228,000 employees, Microsoft Corp. drives digital transformation via its intelligent cloud and edge computing initiatives, empowering individuals and organizations worldwide. Renowned for Windows operating systems and the Office productivity suite, it holds significant influence in public cloud computing, enterprise software, gaming, and hardware, maintaining a substantial market presence in the technology sector.
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