By Keithen Drury
Publication Date: 2026-02-04 18:23:00
Microsoft rarely sells off to these levels.
Microsoft (MSFT +0.81%) stock has now reached levels that it has rarely been to in recent years. The 10% sell-off following its earnings was harsh, and now the stock is about 20% off its all-time high. While some may view this as a warning sign for things to come, I think this could be a buying opportunity.
History tells us that right now could be an excellent time to load up on Microsoft stock. I have personally done just that, purchasing Microsoft shares following its sell-off because I think it is one of the best buying opportunities for Microsoft stock that investors have seen in years.
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