By Keithen Drury, The Motley Fool
Publication Date: 2026-05-24 16:02:00
Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) stock hasn’t had a great 2026. The stock is down 13.3% since 2026 began, which sets it apart from most other big tech companies that are up by double-digit percentages in 2026. With that kind of share-price performance, investors may be wondering whether Microsoft stock is a buy at that discounted price.
So, is Microsoft a steal right now? Or was the sell-off warranted? Let’s take a look.
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Microsoft stock rarely gets this cheap
First, let’s look at its recent financial results to see if there are any cracks in its business that investors should be aware of that could explain its poor stock performance.
In Q3 of fiscal year 2026 (ending March 31), Microsoft’s revenue rose 18% year over…