Microsoft stock soars 12% to a $4 trillion market cap, driven by AI and cloud platforms; may surpass $5 trillion by 2026

2025-12-16 18:00:12

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【Crypto World】Since the beginning of 2025, Microsoft’s stock price has increased by 12%, and the company’s market capitalization has surpassed the $4 trillion mark. Behind this rally, it mainly relies on edge AI and Azure cloud platform to support the scene. Recently, Microsoft also reached a partnership with INBRAIN Neuroelectronics, planning to integrate artificial intelligence technology into the neurotechnology field.

Regarding future performance, several analysts including Dan Ives from Wedbush are optimistic about Microsoft’s prospects. They generally expect that by 2026, Microsoft’s market value could rise to another level, reaching $5 trillion. Even more astonishing, 98% of surveyed analysts have given Microsoft a “buy” rating, with some setting a target price of $650. This consistent positive outlook, from a certain perspective, reflects the position of AI-driven tech stocks in the capital market.

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CounterIndicator

· 12-19 03:16

Microsoft's recent surge is truly outrageous, 4 trillion still not enough? All the analysts are rushing to buy, I've seen this kind of momentum before... --- 98% optimistic? That number seems a bit too neat, I always feel like it's going to fall. --- Can Azure really support up to 5 trillion? I have a hard time believing it. --- In the neural technology field? Microsoft is going all in, huh. --- When all analysts are in complete agreement... you know what I mean, right? --- Only 12% started? But a target price of $650 sounds a bit greedy. --- AI and cloud platforms again, is Microsoft aiming to monopolize everything?

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DefiVeteran

· 12-17 17:32

Microsoft's move is insanely aggressive, with the cloud platform + AI dual engine being unbeatable. 5 trillion? Are analysts all on drugs? Haha. AI concept stocks are really believed no matter how much you hype them. 98% buy rating... sounds pretty inflated. Neuroscience tech sector is playing its cards well; Microsoft definitely knows how to play. But to be fair, those entering now will probably have to accept some short-term losses. Azure cloud is indeed a cash cow, no wonder it's so aggressive. $650? There's still room for growth; it just depends on whether it can hold up.

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MetaverseHermit

· 12-17 14:08

MSFT has really taken off. This wave of AI benefits is so satisfying. --- 5 trillion? 98% of analysts are buying? How many people are going to get caught? --- Neurotechnology is the real future, right? Cloud computing alone is boring. --- A 12% increase isn't much, but the question is, can it go higher? --- Typical capital speculation. Being overly optimistic should actually be a warning. --- Azure has really cracked it. Cloud computing will definitely win this round. --- Wait, Microsoft is now worth 4 trillion? I just realized. --- I don't quite understand edge AI, but it doesn't seem that simple.

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CodeZeroBasis

· 12-16 18:30

Microsoft's surge this time is truly incredible, the era of AI driving the tech stocks has arrived --- 98% of analysts are buying? That’s a lot of confidence. I’m just worried about a bubble bursting --- Five trillion yuan? Are you crazy? Just keep hyping it up --- Azure cloud platform is indeed strong, but the neural technology part still feels far away --- A 12% increase isn’t much; the question is whether it can hold until next year --- Both AI and cloud, Microsoft's combination punch is really impressive --- A target price of $650, just listen and forget it --- Microsoft has benefited the most from this AI wave --- Wow, are all analysts asleep? Are they all unanimously optimistic? --- From cloud platforms to brain technology, Microsoft really wants to take over the entire future

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MysteryBoxOpener

· 12-16 18:28

Microsoft's recent surge is really intense, with edge AI and cloud platforms alone supporting a $4 trillion valuation... aiming for $5 trillion by 2026? The analyst estimates are way too optimistic. --- 98% bullish... this data sounds unbelievable, is there no one betting against it? --- Neurotechnology + AI integration, Microsoft is once again exploring new fields, truly daring to think and do. --- Edge AI is the key, it feels like the entire market is all in on this track. --- A target price of $650 is a bit optimistic, but Azure has indeed benefited from the dividends. --- This round of rally is a showcase of the AI concept's top trend, other tech stocks are going to cry. --- Microsoft is playing big, from cloud to neurotechnology... their ecosystem layout is excellent. --- A 12% increase sounds significant, but breaking the $5 trillion market cap is still quite aggressive. --- All analysts are bullish? If this turns out to be a flop, it will be interesting. --- Edge AI is indeed a new gold mine, Microsoft has moved quickly to seize it.

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token_therapist

· 12-16 18:28

Microsoft's recent surge is truly outrageous. With a market cap of 4 trillion USD, does anyone still dare say it won't go up? --- Azure's segment has indeed been held down by capital, but the AI chip war has just begun. --- 98% of analysts are buying? That data sounds a bit suspicious. Are there really that many people optimistic? --- Neurotechnology combined with AI? Sounds impressive, but it might take another year to see real results. --- Whether the 5 trillion USD market cap is broken or not doesn't matter; it depends on whether OpenAI will cause any surprises. --- Everyone is chasing Microsoft's story, but no one knows when this rally might suddenly stop. --- The market value supported by cloud platforms is only so valuable in the AI era. --- Why does it feel like the AI unicorns hyped up in the past two years have all cooled down, and now they're hyping Microsoft's survival? --- Edge AI is truly Microsoft's gold mine; it all depends on how long they can sustain it. --- Target price of 650? The outrageousness depends on the conscience of the analysts.

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BlockchainBouncer

· 12-16 18:24

Microsoft really can't hold it together this time; 12% is just the appetizer. --- The AI bubble has inflated to this point, with 98% of analysts recommending buy, which is already quite extraordinary. --- Neural technology? Sure, it's the万能的套AI的万金油 (jack-of-all-trades for AI). --- 5 trillion isn't a dream; it all depends on how far they can stretch it later. --- With everyone shouting buy, buy, buy, I actually feel a bit uneasy. --- Azure's recent gains are indeed impressive, but the cloud war isn't that simple. --- Edge AI combined with neural technology—Microsoft is really pulling out all the stops.

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ApyWhisperer

· 12-16 18:15

Microsoft's recent surge is really taking off, but is it a bit exaggerated that 98% of analysts are bullish... --- Azure is indeed excellent, but I still find it a bit hard to understand the neural technology part. --- 5 trillion? It feels like everyone is betting on this number right now. --- The combo of Edge AI + cloud platform is really powerful, but the bubble smell is also strong. --- The fact that analysts are so unanimously optimistic actually makes me nervous. When did the market become so united? --- How optimistic do you have to be to set a target price of $650... --- Microsoft has hit the jackpot by jumping on the AI bandwagon; the entire sector is going crazy.

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FrogInTheWell

· 12-16 18:01

Microsoft's recent surge is really driven by AI, with 98% of analysts recommending buy... This kind of momentum shows strong confidence. --- I don't know if Azure cloud platform can hold up, but this increase is a bit crazy. --- Neural technology combined with AI? Sounds pretty sci-fi, just not sure if it will be profitable. --- From 4 trillion to 5 trillion, it feels like analysts have been brainwashed by AI haha. --- Here we go again, always saying "optimistic about Microsoft," every year it's the same. --- A target price of $650... come on, I don't believe these people. --- Edge AI and cloud platform dual drivers, sounds good in theory, but in reality, it's just hype. --- Is Microsoft stable now? But AI concept stocks are indeed fierce. --- Breaking 5 trillion in 2026? I'll believe it when I see it.

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