Summary:
- Microsoft's fiscal Q3 2025 results, especially Azure's performance, are eagerly anticipated.
- Analysts have set an average price target for MSFT at $487.26, indicating a potential 25.96% upside.
- Microsoft's GF Value estimate suggests an even higher upside of 28.46%, reinforcing its growth potential.
As Microsoft Corp. (MSFT, Financial) gears up to announce its fiscal Q3 2025 earnings, the spotlight will be firmly on Azure, its cloud computing division. Analysts are anticipating a recalibration in growth expectations, predicting Azure’s growth guidance to be adjusted into the high 20% range. While short-term fluctuations in the stock price may occur, these could present strategically advantageous entry points for investors with a long-term perspective.
Wall Street Analysts' Predictions
Wall Street analysts have set their one-year price targets for Microsoft Corp (MSFT, Financial), with data compiled from 49 experts. The average target price stands at $487.26, with optimistic forecasts reaching as high as $650.00 and conservative estimates dipping to $420.00. This average target suggests a significant potential upside of 25.96% from Microsoft's current trading price of $386.84. For an in-depth view, you can explore more detailed estimates on the Microsoft Corp (MSFT) Forecast page.
The consensus among 60 brokerage firms points to Microsoft Corp's (MSFT, Financial) average brokerage recommendation being 1.8, indicative of an "Outperform" rating. The rating scale, which moves from 1 (Strong Buy) to 5 (Sell), further underscores the positive sentiment around Microsoft shares.
Valuation According to GuruFocus
Our proprietary GF Value model has placed Microsoft's one-year estimated value at $496.91, which signals a potential upside of 28.46% from its current price. The GF Value is derived from historical trading multiples, historical growth trajectories, and anticipated future performance metrics. For further insights and comprehensive data, visit the Microsoft Corp (MSFT, Financial) Summary page.