Microsoft’s market cap surpassed $3 trillion in intraday trading Wednesday after the stock climbed more than 1% and hit around $404 per share. The stock lost some ground throughout the day to close at: $402 per share.
The achievement comes nearly two weeks after Microsoft eclipsed Apple as the world’s most valuable public company on 12th January 2024. However, Apple has reclaimed top spot – its market cap closed at around $3.01 trillion on Wednesday 24th January 2024.
Microsoft share price 24th January 2024 – $402.00, 1year chart
Microsoft shares are up more than 7% year to date as investors remain bullish about the company’s investments in artificial intelligence.
It is strongly expected that Microsoft will deliver good results in the Q2 earnings report, because of its leadership position gained in generative AI.
Microsoft due to announce Q2 figures on 30th January 2024
