Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Stock Forecast & Price Prediction 2024, 2025, 2030, 2040, and 2050

Find Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) short-term stock forecasts for 2024 by month and long-term price predictions for 2024 to 2050. View past performance, analyst Buy, Sell or Hold ratings, and the latest MSFT stock news and headlines.


1 Month Prediction

$412.87 [0.00%]

3 Month Prediction

$465.06 [12.64%]

6 Month Prediction

$494.76 [19.83%]

1 Year Prediction

$603.84 [46.26%]

3 Year Prediction

$1022.94 [147.76%]

5 Year Prediction

$1443.09 [249.53%]


About Microsoft Corporation

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT) is an American multinational technology company founded on April 4, 1975, by Bill Gates and Paul Allen in Albuquerque, New Mexico, later relocating to Redmond, Washington in 1986. The company began with the vision of putting a computer in every home, starting by developing programming languages and an operating system for personal computers. Microsoft released its first operating system, MS-DOS, in 1981 through a partnership with IBM, followed by the first version of Microsoft Windows in 1985. The company went public on March 13, 1986, with an initial public offering (IPO) price of $21 per share.

The company's core business centers on software development, with its Windows operating system commanding approximately 74% of the global PC operating system market as of 2024. Microsoft 365, its productivity suite launched in 1988 as Microsoft Office, serves over 300 million paid commercial users. The company expanded into hardware with the introduction of the Xbox gaming console in 2001, followed by the Surface line of devices in 2012. In the cloud computing sector, Microsoft Azure, launched in 2010, holds second position in the global market share behind Amazon Web Services.

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Sector
Technology
Industry
Software - Infrastructure
CEO
N/A
Employees
228000
Headquarters
Redmond, United States

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Historical Performance

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IPO Date

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) went public on 13 March, 1986.

Change

Since inception, MSFT has increased by 599,064.38%. In the last 5 years, MSFT has risen from $150.84 to $412.87, a massive 173.72% increase since 2019.

Historical Highs and Lows

In the past 5 years, the stock reached a high of $445.25 and a low of $150.84.

52 Week Range

$362.9

$468.35

The current price $412.87 is not near the 52-week extremes, which means that the stock is neither overbought nor underbought.

MSFT Stock Price History

Based on MSFT stock's historical price data, this table shows how the stock has performed in the last 6 years. Since 2018, the MSFT stock has risen from $98.43 - $150.84 to $387.15 - $445.25, which is up 331.96%. Currently, the stock follows upward trend.

Here, we have calculated stock range of MSFT, indicating the highs and lows for each year, the average price based on the daily closing prices each year, and the change% from the average price.

Year Stock Price Avg Price Change% Year Change
2019 $98.43 - $150.84 $125.7 31.3 1 Year Change
2020 $151.26 - $216.91 $187.15 95.49 2 Year Change
2021 $224.22 - $327.82 $270.23 182.27 3 Year Change
2022 $227.74 - $303.12 $263.07 174.79 4 Year Change
2023 $243.81 - $375.34 $315.79 229.86 5 Year Change
2024 $387.15 - $445.25 $413.54 331.96 6 Year Change
Stock Price History

MSFT Price Performance

6-Month Performance

MSFT stock dropped by 7.27% in the last six months.

1-Year Performance

The stock has trended upwards by 10.62% in the past year.

3-Year Performance

In the last 3 years, the stock has soared by 25.94%.

5-Year Performance

In the last 5 years, the stock has gone up by 173.72%.

According to Microsoft Corporation's historical data, below graph gives us the exact picture of how the MSFT stock has performed year-over-year. Here, Each bar on the graph represents a particular year that illustrates how the stock's price changed from one year to the next.

YoY Performance

In the last five years, the stock has shown positive growth in 4 years and a decline in 1 year.

2019

57.56% ↑

2020

42.53% ↑

2021

52.48% ↑

2022

28.02% ↓

2023

58.19% ↑

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NOTE: Green bars indicate that the stock has risen compared to the previous year, while red bars show that the stock has fallen.

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Financials & Stock Analysis

Total Revenue

Quarterly Revenue: $65.58 B (Q3)

Revenue for Q3 ending 30th September, 2024 increased 1.33% compared to Q2 ending 30th June, 2024.

Annual Revenue: $254.19 B (1Y)

Revenue for trailing 12 months increased 3.70% year over year from 30th June, 2024.

If compared to the last 3 years, the revenue has gone up from $168.09 billion to $254.19 billion, a 51.22% change.

Market Capitalization

Microsoft Corporation has a market capitalization of $3.07T, which places MSFT in the mega-cap category.

Fundamental Analysis

EPS: $3.32 (Q3), $11.86 (1Y)

EPS increased 12.16% since last quarter, and increased 22.02% since last year.

Net Income: $24.67 B (Q3), $88.14 B (1Y)

Net Income increased 11.94% since last quarter, and increased 21.80% since last year.

Free Cash Flow: $19.26 B (Q3), $74.07 B (1Y)

Free Cash Flow decreased 17.43% since last quarter, and increased 24.54% since last year.

Net Profit Margin: 37.61% (Q3), 34.67% (1Y)

Net Profit Margin increased 10.48% since last quarter, and increased 17.46% since last year.

Below, we have listed 12 key indicators for Fundamental analysis for MSFT stock. These indicators help you understand Microsoft Corporation's financial health, earnings and growth potential, and make a decision if the stock is a good long-term investment or not.

Metric Value
Earnings Per Share (EPS) 12.1
Price-to-Earnings Ratio (P/E) 34.121487
Dividend Yield (DY) 0.008
Return on Equity (ROE) 0.35604
Return on Assets (ROA) 0.14592
Profit Margin (PM) 0.35608003
Metric Value
Operating Margin (OM) 0.46583998
Debt-to-Equity Ratio (D/E) 33.657
Current Ratio (CR) 1.301
Quick Ratio (QR) 1.163
Free Cash Flow (FCF) 61280874496
Volume (VOL) 20476279

Technical Analysis

Here, we have listed 5 key indicators for Technical Analysis for MSFT stock. These indicators help investors study past price movements and trading volumes to forecast future price changes, and find the right time when to buy, sell or hold the stock.

Technical Indicators Value
SMA20 $418.91
SMA50 $421.36
SMA200 $420.22
RSI 53.08
Beta 0.90

SMA20 > Current Price

This signals MSFT stock is in short-term bearish momentum.

SMA50 > Current Price

This signals MSFT stock is in mid-term bearish momentum.

SMA200 > Current Price

This signals MSFT stock is in long-term bearish momentum.

Sentiment Based on Technical Analysis

Based on 8 technical analysis indicators, the overall sentiment for MSFT stock is Neutral. Out of all indicators, 1 indicates bullish signals, 4 signals bearish trends and 4 gives neutral trends. The MSFT stock forecast was last updated on 04 December, 2024.

Sentiment for MSFT : Neutral
BULLISH:11%
NEUTRAL:44%
BEARISH:44%
Bullish
Neutral
Bearish

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Stock Price Prediction and Forecast

According to short-term forecast, the stock is expected to rise to $412.87 by the end of 2024, and can reach around $598.64 to $796.70 in 2025. And, the long-term forecast suggests that the stock may further drop to $1097.18 - $1085.37 in 2027, and $1655.57 - $1921.41 by 2030. So, the MSFT stock shows a strong upward trend in the next several years.

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Short-term MSFT Stock Price Prediction & Forecast

Date Forecasted Price Change%
2024-12 $412.87 0.0%

In 2024, the MSFT stock price is expected to fluctuate between $412.87 and $412.87. According to the monthly forecast, the stock could rise to $412.87 by December 2024. If compared to the MSFT's current price, the stock could gain 0.0% by the end of this year.

Long-term MSFT Stock Price Prediction & Forecast

Year Year Start Year Mid Year End Change%
2025 $598.64 $784.65 $796.70 92.97%
2026 $770.10 $893.98 $935.63 126.62%
2027 $1097.18 $1047.22 $1085.37 162.88%
2028 $1221.31 $1410.48 $1372.56 232.44%
2029 $1405.00 $1626.81 $1594.53 286.21%
2030 $1655.57 $1731.87 $1921.41 365.38%
2031 $1938.78 $1859.30 $2011.45 387.19%
2032 $1888.20 $2252.86 $2125.65 414.85%
2033 $2344.64 $2252.06 $2723.05 559.54%
2034 $2469.09 $2483.33 $2716.25 557.89%
2035 $3037.90 $3103.46 $3048.00 638.25%
2036 $2894.51 $3035.35 $3134.44 659.18%
2037 $3018.06 $3021.70 $3190.59 672.78%
2038 $3306.48 $3641.85 $3401.51 723.87%
2039 $3239.40 $3399.37 $3612.00 774.85%
2040 $3463.00 $3807.39 $3569.88 764.65%
2041 $3981.71 $4302.42 $3930.55 852.01%
2042 $4573.99 $4262.21 $4201.39 917.61%
2043 $3935.61 $4647.96 $4511.09 992.62%
2044 $5177.16 $4709.12 $5236.25 1168.26%
2045 $4884.14 $4897.08 $4715.38 1042.1%
2046 $4985.36 $5196.33 $5138.85 1144.67%
2047 $5163.68 $5326.22 $5386.73 1204.7%
2048 $5693.46 $5324.80 $5916.88 1333.11%
2049 $5246.50 $4833.21 $6072.76 1370.86%
2050 $5905.70 $6549.68 $5955.32 1342.42%

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Stock Price Prediction & Forecast 2024 - 2025

At the start of 2024, the MSFT stock was at $394.63. Today, it is trading at $412.87, which is 4.62% increase from price at the beginning of the year. By the end of this year, you can expect the stock to reach to $412.87 by December 2024 with a 0.00% change.

In early 2025, the MSFT price is expected to climb from $412.87 to $598.64, a change of 44.99% from the current price. By mid-2025, the stock may move up by 31.07% on $784.65 and end the year at $796.70, which is 92.97% compared to today's price.

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Stock Price Prediction & Forecast 2026 - 2030

In the next five years, there will be a significant appreciation in the MSFT stock. During this period, the MSFT's price is forecasted to shift from $770.10 to $1921.41, which is 149.50% gain.

In 2026, the stock would possibly open at $770.10, escalates to $893.98 by mid-year, and wraps up at $935.63, reflecting a 126.62% increase from today's price. Further moving to 2030, the stock can kick off the year at $1655.57, soar to $1731.87 by mid-year, and finish at $1921.41, which is 365.38% change from current price.

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Stock Price Prediction & Forecast 2031 - 2040

During this period, the stock would move from $1938.78 to $3569.88, which is up 387.19%

In 2031, we can expect MSFT to fluctuate between $1938.78 and $2011.45, a shift indicating a 387.19% gain by year-end compared to current price. And Until 2040, MSFT can likely vary from $3463.00 to $3569.88. By the end of 2040, the stock could record a 764.65% rise from today's stock price.

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Stock Price Prediction & Forecast 2041 - 2050

According to long-term forecast, the MSFT stock can see an an upturn from $3981.71 to $5955.32 in this period. In 2041, the stock can experience a high of $4302.42 by mid-year, closing the year at $3930.55. This results in a 942.08% increase from today.

Moving towards the end of 2050, MSFT is projected to open the year at $5905.70. The stock may peak to $6549.68 during mid-year and finish the year at $5955.32. Compared to the stock's current price, this translates to an overall gain of 1342.42% by 2050.

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MSFT : Buy, Sell Or Hold?

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Analyst Ratings

Based on 51 analysts, 13 rated as a strong buy, 33 recommended a buy, 5 suggested a hold, 0 advised a sell, and 0 indicated a strong sell.Three months ago, out of 57 analysts, 12 analysts gave a strong buy rating, 43 a buy rating, 2 a hold rating, 0 advised selling, and 0 suggested a strong sell.So, according to analyst ratings, the recommendation for MSFT stock is Buy.

Expert Analysis

According to MSFT short-term and long-term forecast, Microsoft Corporation shares are projected to go up by 1342.42%, and reach a value of $5955.32 per share by 2050.

As per technical analysis, indicators show a Neutral sentiment, while Fear & Greed Index stands at 71.42857142857143, which signals Greed. Also, MSFT has recorded 11/30 green days, which reflects a 50.0% positivity rate with a price volatility of 0.01%.

Plus, Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio of 34.121487 suggests that MSFT stock is overvalued. So, Based on MSFT prediction and analysis, it may be the best time to hold MSFT stock right now.

Disclaimer: Stock predictions, forecasts and price targets provided for "MSFT” are solely for informational and educational purposes and should not be treated as investment or financial advice. Always conduct your own research or consider consulting with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

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