Three Wall Street analysts have raised their 12-month price targets for Microsoft stock, driven by renewed optimism in the artificial intelligence sector. Barclays and Deutsche Bank both increased their targets to $600, signaling an upside of around 11% from current levels near $539. Despite a downgrade to 'Neutral' from Phillip Securities, the average price target from 37 analysts is $587, suggesting potential gains under 10%. Microsoft is poised to rally past its 52-week high, with expectations of reaching a new all-time high within the next year amid strong AI-driven growth prospects.
Microsoft shares trade at USD 539.61 on Pluang as of Oct 12, 2026 21:02 WIB, just shy of its 52-week high of USD 542.07. The stock has gained 0.85% in the past day, reflecting steady investor interest. This aligns with Wall Street analysts' raised price targets, signaling confidence in Microsoft's AI-driven growth potential. Barclays shares also rose 1.07% to USD 23.20, showing positive momentum in related financial stocks.
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