Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)
MSFT stock forecast: what analysts expect
Wall Street analysts covering Microsoft Corporation currently rate the stock a Strong Buy on average, with a mean 12-month price target of $569.45 — +15.8% versus the last price of $491.71. Targets reflect analyst opinion, not a guarantee.
MSFT historical returns
Based on monthly dividend-adjusted prices. See the full breakdown on what if you had invested in MSFT.
MSFT annual returns by year
Congress trading in MSFT
85 members of Congress have disclosed trading MSFT — 225 purchases and 106 sales worth an estimated $83.7M. Most recent disclosure: Aug 11, 2026.
See who in Congress traded MSFT →Insider activity in MSFT
MSFT's own executives and directors have made 0 open-market purchases ($0) and 5 sales ($17.3M) in the last 90 days, per SEC Form 4 filings. Most recent: Aug 5, 2026.
| Aug 5, 2026 | Althoff Judson | CEO Microsoft Commercial | Sell | $4.9M |
| Aug 4, 2026 | Numoto Takeshi | EVP, Chief Marketing Officer | Sell | $2.4M |
| Jun 10, 2026 | Numoto Takeshi | EVP, Chief Marketing Officer | Sell | $1.8M |
| Jun 8, 2026 | Numoto Takeshi | EVP, Chief Marketing Officer | Sell | $1.0M |
| Jun 1, 2026 | Althoff Judson | CEO Microsoft Commercial | Sell | $7.1M |
About Microsoft Corporation
Microsoft Corporation, a technology company, develops and supports a portfolio of technology solutions for individuals and businesses worldwide. Its products include operating systems, server applications, business solution applications, software development tools, desktop and server management tools, and video games; and devices, such as PCs, tablets, gaming and entertainment consoles, other intelligent devices, and related accessories. The company's Productivity and Business Processes segment offers Microsoft 365 Commercial, Enterprise Mobility + Security, Power BI, Exchange, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365 Security and Compliance, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and Windows Commercial on-premises and Office licensed on-premises. This segment also provides Microsoft 365 Consumer products and cloud services; LinkedIn, including talent solutions, marketing solutions, subscriptions, and sales solutions; Dynamics 365, a set of cloud-based applications; and on-premises ERP and CRM applications. Its Intelligent Cloud segment offers server products and cloud services; cloud and AI consumption-based services, GitHub cloud services, health and life sciences cloud services, as well as virtual desktop offerings, and other cloud services; SQL Server, Windows Server, Visual Studio, System Center, and related client access licenses; and enterprise support services, industry solutions, Microsoft partner network, and learning experience. The company's More Personal Computing segment provides Windows OEM licensing and devices comprising Surface and PC accessories; XBOX hardware, and XBOX first- and third-party content and services; XBOX Game Pass and other subscriptions; XBOX Cloud Gaming, advertising, and other cloud services; and search advertising consisting of Bing, Copilot, Microsoft News, Microsoft Edge, and third-party affiliates. It sells its products through partners and retail networks. The company was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Redmond, Washington.
MSFT Key Statistics
MSFT in plain English
- P/E ratio (27.4) — how many dollars you pay for each $1 of MSFT's yearly profit. That's a fairly normal range.
- ROE (34.04%) — how efficiently the company turns shareholders' money into profit. Above ~20% is considered strong.
- Profit margin (40.30%) — of every $1 in sales, this is what's left as profit after all costs.
- Dividend yield (0.75%) — the cash payout you'd earn per year as a % of the share price, on top of any price gains.
MSFT stock: frequently asked questions
What is Microsoft Corporation's stock price today?
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) last traded at $491.71 on the NASDAQ. Over the past 52 weeks the stock has traded between $349.20 and $553.72.
Is MSFT stock a buy or a sell?
Wall Street analysts' consensus rating on MSFT is "Strong Buy", with an average 12-month price target of $569.45 — about +15.8% versus the current price of $491.71. Analyst targets are opinions, not guarantees; always do your own research.
How much would $1,000 invested in MSFT 10 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Microsoft Corporation made 10 years ago would be worth about $9,637 today (dividends reinvested) — a total return of 864%, or 25.4% per year.
Does MSFT pay a dividend?
Yes. Microsoft Corporation currently pays a dividend yielding about 0.75% per year at today's share price.
What is MSFT's P/E ratio?
MSFT trades at a trailing price-to-earnings ratio of 27.4, and 20.9 times expected forward earnings. The P/E ratio tells you how many dollars investors pay for each $1 of the company's annual profit.
Do members of Congress trade MSFT stock?
Yes — 85 members of Congress have disclosed trades in MSFT under the STOCK Act, totaling 225 purchases and 106 sales worth an estimated $83.7M.
What is Microsoft Corporation's ticker symbol?
Microsoft Corporation trades under the ticker symbol MSFT on the NASDAQ.
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