Microsoft Achieves Record $450 Billion One-Day Market Value Gain
On July 30, Microsoft recorded a historic one-day market value gain of nearly $450 billion after reporting stronger-than-expected cloud growth and signaling continued cash generation. The company's shares rose over 15%, pushing its valuation to $3.35 trillion. This surpassed Nvidia’s previous record set in April 2025, according to LSEG data. The strong performance was attributed to Microsoft's robust results from its cloud and AI divisions, which helped alleviate concerns about heavy spending on infrastructure outpacing demand. Analysts noted that the company is beginning to see returns on its significant AI investments. Despite lagging behind some of its peers in 2026 with a stock decline of over 18%, at least nine brokerages raised their price targets, averaging $560.90. Microsoft also reaffirmed its spending plans for the fiscal first quarter and calendar year ahead while forecasting Azure growth to exceed analyst expectations.
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