Microsoft ( (MSFT) ) has been popular among investors this week. Here is a recap of the key news on this stock.
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Microsoft’s stock experienced a slight dip, closing nearly 1% lower on Friday, following a lackluster showing by its Xbox division at The Game Awards 2025. Despite the underwhelming performance, Xbox plans to unveil new games in 2026, with a Dev Direct event scheduled for January to provide a glimpse of upcoming releases. However, Microsoft’s stock performance in 2025 has been largely driven by its advancements in artificial intelligence, with the stock up 14.69% year-to-date and 8.09% over the past year.
In addition to its gaming endeavors, Microsoft is facing legal challenges as several states’ Attorneys General have raised concerns over AI-related issues, prompting calls for stricter safeguards. Despite these challenges, Wall Street analysts maintain a positive outlook on Microsoft, with a consensus rating of ‘Moderate Buy’ and a projected stock price target suggesting a potential 31.78% upside. The company continues to innovate, as evidenced by its upcoming release of a special Xbox controller inspired by the Fallout series, further engaging its gaming audience.