- Microsoft halts collaborations with Chinese engineers on U.S. military projects, addressing security concerns.
- Analysts predict a modest upside potential in Microsoft's stock with an "Outperform" rating from brokerage firms.
- GuruFocus estimates suggest that Microsoft's fair value aligns closely with its current trading price.
Microsoft (MSFT, Financial) has made a significant decision to cease using engineers from China in projects with the U.S. military. This move comes in response to heightened scrutiny over security and workforce practices, as emphasized by a U.S. senator and a subsequent review ordered by the Defense Secretary.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast
An analysis by 50 Wall Street analysts provides a diverse range of one-year price targets for Microsoft Corp (MSFT, Financial). The average target price is estimated at $535.17, with forecasts swinging between a high of $650.00 and a low of $423.00. This average target suggests a potential upside of 4.93% from the current price of $510.05. For more in-depth details, visit the Microsoft Corp (MSFT) Forecast page.
According to data from 62 brokerage firms, Microsoft Corp (MSFT, Financial) currently holds an average brokerage recommendation of 1.7, indicating an "Outperform" status. This recommendation scale ranges from 1, representing a Strong Buy, to 5, which signifies a Sell.
GuruFocus GF Value Analysis
GuruFocus estimates the GF Value for Microsoft Corp (MSFT, Financial) at $511.57 in one year, projecting a slight upside of 0.3% from the current trading price of $510.05. The GF Value metric is GuruFocus' calculation of the stock's intrinsic fair value, derived from historical trading multiples, past business growth patterns, and forward-looking business performance estimates. For further data, explore the Microsoft Corp (MSFT) Summary page.
