Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 25 analysts have published ratings on Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) in the last three months.

The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.

	Bullish	Somewhat Bullish	Indifferent	Somewhat Bearish	Bearish
Total Ratings	9	14	2	0	0
Last 30D	0	0	1	0	0
1M Ago	8	12	0	0	0
2M Ago	0	1	0	0	0
3M Ago	1	1	1	0	0

Analysts have recently evaluated Microsoft and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $596.32, accompanied by a high estimate of $665.00 and a low estimate of $392.00. A 5.29% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $629.62.

Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look

An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Microsoft. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.

Analyst	Analyst Firm	Action Taken	Rating	Current Price Target	Prior Price Target
Brad Reback	Stifel	Lowers	Hold	$392.00	$540.00
Tyler Radke	Citigroup	Lowers	Buy	$635.00	$660.00
Gil Luria	DA Davidson	Maintains	Buy	$650.00	$650.00
Rishi Jaluria	RBC Capital	Maintains	Outperform	$640.00	$640.00
Patrick Colville	Scotiabank	Lowers	Sector Outperform	$600.00	$650.00
Brad Reback	Stifel	Raises	Buy	$540.00	$520.00
Dan Ives	Wedbush	Lowers	Outperform	$575.00	$625.00
Michael Turrin	Wells Fargo	Lowers	Overweight	$615.00	$630.00
Kirk Materne	Evercore ISI Group	Lowers	Outperform	$580.00	$640.00
Thomas Blakey	Cantor Fitzgerald	Maintains	Overweight	$590.00	$590.00
Jackson Ader	Keybanc	Lowers	Overweight	$600.00	$630.00
Hannah Rudoff	Piper Sandler	Lowers	Overweight	$600.00	$650.00
Brad Sills	B of A Securities	Lowers	Buy	$520.00	$640.00
Karl Keirstead	UBS	Lowers	Buy	$600.00	$650.00
Michael Turrin	Wells Fargo	Lowers	Overweight	$630.00	$665.00
John Difucci	Guggenheim	Maintains	Buy	$586.00	$586.00
Tyler Radke	Citigroup	Lowers	Buy	$660.00	$690.00
Gregg Moskowitz	Mizuho	Lowers	Outperform	$620.00	$640.00
Derrick Wood	TD Cowen	Lowers	Buy	$625.00	$655.00
Raimo Lenschow	Barclays	Lowers	Overweight	$610.00	$625.00
Michael Turrin	Wells Fargo	Lowers	Overweight	$665.00	$700.00
Daniel Ives	Wedbush	Maintains	Outperform	$625.00	$625.00
Gil Luria	DA Davidson	Maintains	Buy	$650.00	$650.00
Alex Haissl	Rothschild & Co	Lowers	Neutral	$500.00	$560.00
William Power	Baird	Announces	Outperform	$600.00	-

Key Insights:

• Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Microsoft. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.
• Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Microsoft compared to the broader market.
• Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Microsoft's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.

Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Microsoft's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.

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Unveiling the Story Behind Microsoft

Microsoft develops and licenses consumer and enterprise software. It is known for its Windows operating systems and Office productivity suite. The company is organized into three equally sized broad segments: productivity and business processes (legacy Microsoft Office, cloud-based Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Skype, LinkedIn, Dynamics), intelligence cloud (infrastructure- and platform-as-a-service offerings Azure, Windows Server OS, SQL Server), and more personal computing (Windows Client, Xbox, Bing search, display advertising, and Surface laptops, tablets, and desktops).

Understanding the Numbers: Microsoft's Finances

Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.

Revenue Growth: Microsoft's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 16.72%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.

Net Margin: Microsoft's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 47.32%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.

Return on Equity (ROE): Microsoft's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 10.2% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.

Return on Assets (ROA): Microsoft's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 5.91%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.

Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.15, Microsoft adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.

What Are Analyst Ratings?

Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.

Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.

Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.

This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.