Microsoft Receives 'Moderate Buy' Rating from Analysts

Analysts see continued growth potential for the tech giant despite recent stock price volatility.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 7:24am

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Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) has received an average rating of "Moderate Buy" from 46 ratings firms currently covering the company, according to a report from Marketbeat.com. The analysts' average 12-month price target for Microsoft stock is $591.95, suggesting potential upside from the current trading price.

Why it matters

Microsoft's stock performance and analyst sentiment are closely watched as the company is one of the largest and most influential technology firms globally. The 'Moderate Buy' rating indicates that while analysts see ongoing growth potential, there may also be some near-term headwinds or uncertainty around the stock.

The details

The analyst ratings break down as follows: 4 hold recommendations, 40 buy recommendations, and 2 strong buy recommendations. Several analysts have recently adjusted their price targets for Microsoft, with New Street Research raising its target to $675 and Evercore decreasing its target to $580. The analysts cited Microsoft's diversified business model, cloud computing growth, and leadership position in productivity software as factors supporting the overall positive sentiment.

  • Microsoft reported its latest quarterly earnings on January 28, 2026.

The players

Microsoft Corporation

A global technology company headquartered in Redmond, Washington that develops software, services, and devices for consumers, enterprises, and governments worldwide.

New Street Research

An independent equity research firm that covers Microsoft and other major technology companies.

Evercore

A global independent investment banking advisory firm that provides research coverage on Microsoft.

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