Microsoft (MSFT) stock closed down 1.03%, outperforming the S&P 500, with upcoming earnings expectations.

From Nasdaq: 2025-03-06 17:45:15

In the latest trading session, Microsoft (MSFT) closed at $396.89, down 1.03%. The stock outperformed the S&P 500, which saw a 1.78% daily loss. Prior to today, MSFT had lost 2.97% over the past month, a narrower drop than the sector and S&P 500. The upcoming earnings release is expected to show an EPS of $3.20.

For the full year, Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $13.08 per share and revenue of $276.19 billion, up 10.85% and 12.67% respectively. Analyst projections and changes in estimates directly impact stock price performance. Microsoft currently holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) with a Forward P/E ratio of 30.66.

The Computer – Software industry, part of the Computer and Technology sector, has an average PEG ratio of 2.15. Microsoft’s PEG ratio currently stands at 2.13. With a Zacks Industry Rank of 85, the industry is in the top 34%. Follow these stock-moving metrics and more on Zacks.com. Gain access to all Zacks’ buys and sells for just $1 to explore their portfolio services and latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research.



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