Microsoft Stock Achieves Record High Amid Volatility

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT)'s stock has reached an all-time high, hitting 499.32 USD, as investors continue to show confidence in the tech giant's...

Microsoft (MSFT) outperformed the S&P 500 since April, rallying 44% due to positive earnings and technical breakouts. New resistance and support levels emerged, though signs indicate potential short-term exhaustion, suggesting a better risk/reward after a pullback.

Smith Anglin Financial LLC increased its Microsoft shares by 4.5% in the first quarter, owning 14,116 shares valued at $5,299,000. Analysts have a "Moderate Buy" consensus for MSFT, with a target price of $521.14, reflecting strong institutional interest.

Microsoft Corp's stock (MSFT) showcased resilience, closing at $496.20, a 0.05% gain. The tech giant's consistent growth, especially in AI and enterprise cloud services, underpins investor confidence, achieving a year-to-date rise of 16.61% and a five-year return of 144.27%.

Microsoft anticipates a bullish Monday start, driven by pre-market strength following Friday's volatile close. Key for traders is whether MSFT can breach the $499.30 resistance level, signaling a sustained breakout and bullish momentum, or face another short-term pullback.

InvesTrust reduced its Microsoft holdings by 1.1% in Q1, retaining 36,234 shares worth $13.6 million. Microsoft remains the largest position in the investor's portfolio. Analysts have set a new average price target of $521.14, maintaining a "Moderate Buy" rating.

Selway Asset Management reduced its Microsoft holdings by 0.3% in Q1, maintaining 36,554 shares worth $13,722,000. Despite selling, Microsoft remains Selway's third largest holding, comprising 5.7% of its portfolio. Analysts maintain strong buy ratings with revised target prices.

Microsoft reported quarterly earnings of $3.46 per share, surpassing estimates of $3.22, with revenue at $70.07 billion, beating expectations of $68.54 billion. Revenue increased 13.3% year-over-year, highlighting robust growth for the software giant.

Silverberg Bernstein Capital Management LLC increased its stake in Microsoft significantly in the first quarter by 340.7%, owning 11,642 shares worth $4,370,000, making it their 8th largest position. Several other institutional investors adjusted their holdings in MSFT.

Bourgeon Capital Management reduced its stake in Microsoft by 20.4% in Q1, owning 43,654 shares valued at $16.39 million. Microsoft's quarterly earnings outperformed expectations, posting $3.46 EPS and $70.07 billion revenue, with a declared dividend of $0.83/share.

Legacy Financial Group LLC decreased its stake in Microsoft by 7.8% in Q1. Despite this reduction, other institutional investors like Vanguard and Geode increased their Microsoft holdings in the previous quarter. Analysts continue to show strong confidence in Microsoft's growth prospects.

Several hedge funds and institutional investors adjusted their stakes in Microsoft during the first quarter. Insiders sold substantial shares, contributing to fluctuations in holdings. Analysts maintain a positive outlook for the stock, with an average price target of $521.14.

Microsoft's recent earnings report revealed a quarterly revenue of $70.07 billion, surpassing analysts' expectations. This marks a 13.3% increase from the previous year. The company’s stock receives a "Moderate Buy" rating, with an average price target of $521.14.

Institutional investors increasingly adjusted their positions in Microsoft, with Kure Advisory LLC acquiring 1,692 shares in Q1. Analysts largely rated MSFT positively, boosting price targets amid strong quarterly earnings, indicating continued optimism for Microsoft's stock performance.

Whipplewood Advisors LLC decreased its Microsoft holdings by 6.7% during Q1, owning 8,217 shares valued at $3,144,000. Microsoft's Q1 earnings per share were $3.46, beating estimates, with revenue reaching $70.07 billion, a 13.3% year-over-year increase.

Microsoft was downgraded by Wall Street Zen from a “buy” to a “hold” rating. Despite this, twenty-nine analysts maintain a “buy” rating, with a consensus target price of $521.14. Microsoft's quarterly earnings and revenue exceeded expectations with substantial insider trading activities reported.

Microsoft solidifies its position as a leader in AI monetization, boosting investor gains with strategic initiatives like Copilot integration and Azure's growth. The Arora Report raises MSFT's price target amid strong technical stock momentum while acknowledging competitive and regulatory risks.

Microsoft's AI monetization strengthens investor gains, driven by Copilot integration into Microsoft apps and Azure's growth, prompting Nigam Arora to increase the MSFT price target to $713-$726. Risks include competition, chip supply limits, and regulatory challenges.

Microsoft Corporation reported earnings of $3.46 per share for the quarter, surpassing the consensus estimate of $3.22. Revenue increased 13.3% year-over-year to $70.07 billion, exceeding expectations. Analysts predict an EPS of 13.08 for the fiscal year.

Unigestion Holding SA reduced its stake in Microsoft by 3% in the first quarter, owning 152,502 shares valued at $57.17 million after selling 4,718 shares, making MSFT its 4th largest holding at 3.4% of its portfolio.

Bridge Creek Capital Management LLC increased its Microsoft holdings by 1.4% in Q1, owning 27,120 shares worth $10,181,000. Several institutional investors also adjusted their Microsoft positions; 71.13% of the stock is held by institutional investors.

CGN Advisors LLC reduced its Microsoft position by 4.8% in Q1, holding 29,274 shares worth $10,989,000. Microsoft exceeded earnings expectations with $3.46 EPS and revenue of $70.07 billion. Analysts generally rate Microsoft as a "Moderate Buy" with a $521.14 consensus target price.

Spring Capital Management LLC reduced its holdings in Microsoft by 9.1% in the first quarter, selling 302 shares, leaving them with 3,024 shares valued at $1,135,000. Meanwhile, Microsoft posted strong earnings and received several analyst upgrades, maintaining a "Moderate Buy" consensus.

Orser Capital Management LLC increased its position in Microsoft, making MSFT 4.0% of its portfolio, valued at $5,103,000. Analysts upgraded Microsoft's price targets and ratings, predicting a 13.08 EPS for the current year amid strong earnings performance.

Dan Niles highlights Microsoft's re-accelerating Azure growth following three disappointing quarters, amidst a broader market strategy shift driven by factors including demand pull-forward, geopolitical tension reduction, and forthcoming Federal Reserve rate cuts until Thanksgiving.

Bremer Bank National Association increased its Microsoft holdings by 4.5% in Q1, owning 25,561 shares, equivalent to 1.7% of its portfolio. Analysts issued diverse ratings, leading to an average "Moderate Buy" and consensus price target of $521.14.

Marshall & Sullivan Inc. WA decreased its MSFT holdings by 1.4% in Q1. Despite this, Microsoft remains the fund's second-largest position, valued at $13,546,000. Microsoft reported strong quarterly earnings above expectations, with a revenue increase of 13.3% year-over-year.

Kwmg LLC increased its Microsoft shares by 0.8% in Q1, owning 20,498 shares worth $7,695,000. Analysts raised MSFT’s price targets, averaging $521.14, following strong earnings with EPS of $3.46 versus $3.22 expected, and 13.3% revenue growth.

Wall Street analysts have raised Microsoft's price targets, with Morgan Stanley setting a $530 target and Piper Sandler, Royal Bank Of Canada, and Barclays reiterating "overweight" ratings. Microsoft's stock consensus rating is "Moderate Buy" with a $521.14 average price target.