Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (Democratic-Rhode Island) recently sold part of their stake in Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT). In a filing disclosed on November 2nd, the Senator disclosed that they had sold between $1,001 and $15,000 in Microsoft stock on October 15th.
Senator Sheldon Whitehouse also recently made the following trade(s):
- Sold $15,001 – $50,000 in shares of Amgen (NASDAQ:AMGN) on 10/15/2026.
- Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Analog Devices (NASDAQ:ADI) on 9/4/2026.
- Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Visa (NYSE:V) on 9/4/2026.
- Sold $15,001 – $50,000 in shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM) on 9/4/2026.
- Sold $15,001 – $50,000 in shares of NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA) on 8/13/2026.
- Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA) on 8/13/2026.
- Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Lam Research (NASDAQ:LRCX) on 8/13/2026.
- Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Amgen (NASDAQ:AMGN) on 8/12/2026.
Microsoft Stock Up 2.7%
Shares of NASDAQ:MSFT opened at $520.99 on Wednesday. The firm has a market cap of $3.87 trillion, a P/E ratio of 27.19, a P/E/G ratio of 1.56 and a beta of 1.05. Microsoft Corporation has a 12-month low of $349.20 and a 12-month high of $551.15. The business has a fifty day simple moving average of $514.06 and a 200 day simple moving average of $438.92. The company has a quick ratio of 1.21, a current ratio of 1.22 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.07.
Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, October 28th. The software giant reported $4.89 EPS for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $4.72 by $0.17. The firm had revenue of $92.28 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $90.62 billion. Microsoft had a return on equity of 31.28% and a net margin of 41.17%. The business’s revenue was up 18.8% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $4.13 EPS. Analysts predict that Microsoft Corporation will post 19.86 earnings per share for the current year.
Microsoft Increases Dividend
The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, December 10th. Investors of record on Thursday, November 19th will be issued a $0.98 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, November 19th. This is a positive change from Microsoft’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.91. This represents a $3.92 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.8%. Microsoft’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 19.00%.
Insiders Place Their Bets
In other news, EVP Amy Hood sold 41,674 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Monday, September 14th. The shares were sold at an average price of $498.27, for a total value of $20,764,903.98. Following the sale, the executive vice president directly owned 533,624 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $265,888,830.48. This represents a 7.24% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through the SEC website. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Also, CEO Satya Nadella sold 86,525 shares of Microsoft stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, September 1st. The shares were sold at an average price of $501.46, for a total value of $43,388,826.50. Following the transaction, the chief executive officer owned 486,763 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $244,092,173.98. This represents a 15.09% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Insiders sold a total of 135,504 shares of company stock valued at $68,138,024 in the last 90 days. 0.03% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades
A number of analysts have weighed in on MSFT shares. Weiss Ratings raised shares of Microsoft from a “hold (c+)” rating to a “buy (b-)” rating in a research report on Thursday, October 8th. CLSA restated an “outperform” rating on shares of Microsoft in a research report on Thursday, July 30th. Morgan Stanley reaffirmed an “overweight” rating on shares of Microsoft in a research note on Thursday, October 29th. William Blair assumed coverage on shares of Microsoft in a research report on Monday, October 5th. They set an “outperform” rating for the company. Finally, Argus decreased their price objective on shares of Microsoft from $620.00 to $510.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research report on Friday, July 10th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, forty-five have assigned a Buy rating and four have given a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $609.54.
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Key Stories Impacting Microsoft
Here are the key news stories impacting Microsoft this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Azure’s reported 48% growth helped lift Microsoft amid an AI-related tech rebound. Commentary also points to AI demand exceeding available capacity and argues Microsoft can fund its expansion from strong cash flow—an advantage as investors scrutinize rivals’ borrowing and spending. Article: What’s Going on with Microsoft Stock on Tuesday? Article: Why Microsoft Was Rewarded for Spending Less on AI
- Positive Sentiment: Microsoft’s AI tools may reach a broader base of PC users: the company says AI can run on a computer with 8GB of memory, potentially supporting adoption of Copilot and related services. Article: AI on an 8GB PC? Yes, Says Microsoft
- Neutral Sentiment: Xbox’s reveal of a new Elder Scrolls title drew attention to Microsoft’s gaming business, but the article provides no indication of near-term financial impact. Article: Microsoft Stock Rises After The Elder Scrolls VI: Sentinel Reveal
- Negative Sentiment: A Seeking Alpha contributor downgraded Microsoft, arguing that the easiest gains may be behind the stock—an assessment that could temper expectations after its recent strength. Article: Microsoft: The Easy Gains Are Already Over (Downgrade)
- Negative Sentiment: Microsoft’s reported $45.2 billion in quarterly capital spending, largely for AI, underscores the risk that infrastructure costs could weigh on cash flow before returns fully materialize. Reports of buyouts offered to roughly 60,000 employees may also prompt questions about workforce changes. Article: 5 questions to ask if your boss offers you a buyout
Institutional Investors Weigh In On Microsoft
Several large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in MSFT. University of Texas Texas AM Investment Management Co. boosted its position in shares of Microsoft by 3.6% during the third quarter. University of Texas Texas AM Investment Management Co. now owns 70,178 shares of the software giant’s stock valued at $35,994,000 after buying an additional 2,435 shares during the period. Triune Financial Partners LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Microsoft by 5.5% in the 3rd quarter. Triune Financial Partners LLC now owns 1,451 shares of the software giant’s stock worth $744,000 after buying an additional 75 shares during the period. Family Capital Management Inc. increased its position in Microsoft by 31.2% during the 3rd quarter. Family Capital Management Inc. now owns 10,230 shares of the software giant’s stock valued at $5,247,000 after purchasing an additional 2,431 shares during the period. Almanack Investment Partners LLC. raised its holdings in shares of Microsoft by 2.5% in the 3rd quarter. Almanack Investment Partners LLC. now owns 19,338 shares of the software giant’s stock valued at $9,919,000 after purchasing an additional 479 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Euro Pacific Asset Management LLC acquired a new stake in Microsoft in the third quarter valued at approximately $250,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 71.13% of the company’s stock.
About Senator Whitehouse
Sheldon Whitehouse (Democratic Party) is a member of the U.S. Senate from Rhode Island. He assumed office on January 3, 2007. His current term ends on January 3, 2031.
Whitehouse (Democratic Party) ran for re-election to the U.S. Senate to represent Rhode Island. He won in the general election on November 5, 2024.
About Microsoft
Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) is a global technology company that develops software, cloud services, devices and digital platforms. Its products and services are used by consumers, businesses, governments and educational institutions worldwide.
The company’s principal offerings include the Windows operating system; Microsoft 365 productivity applications such as Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook; Azure cloud computing and infrastructure services; Dynamics business applications; and enterprise security solutions.
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