Earnings Growth & Price Strength Make Microsoft (MSFT) a Stock to Watch

Microsoft (MSFT) is highlighted as a stock to watch due to strong earnings growth and price momentum. The company, added to the Zacks Focus List in February 2016 at $55.09, has appreciated 803.52% to $497.75. For fiscal 2027, 16 analysts revised earnings estimates upward in the last 60 days, with the consensus estimate increasing $0.32 to $19.62. MSFT boasts a 9.3% average earnings surprise and expected earnings growth of 9.3% for the current fiscal year.