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Why Microsoft Stock Surged 10.4% Last Month But Is Sinking in June

After recent swings, Microsoft stock is down roughly 14% year to date.

Why Microsoft Stock Surged 10.4% Last Month But Is Sinking in June

Published June 8, 2026 · Category: Finance

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Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) stock closed out May's trading with a double-digit gain, up 10.4%. The S&P 500 gained 5.2% over the same period, and the Nasdaq Composite rose 8.4%.

Microsoft's valuation moved higher in conjunction with bullish momentum for the broader market last month, but positive coverage from analysts also played a role in the stock's gains. Despite a favorable backdrop for tech stocks in this year's trading, the tech giant's stock is still down roughly 14% in 2026.

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