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Microsoft Stock Surge: Analyst Highlights Expanding Cloud Footprint and OpenAI Momentum

BenzingaJul 31, 2026, 5:23 PMAnusuya Lahiri

Microsoft (MSFT) stock rose as BNP Paribas analysts highlighted tangible AI monetization, accelerating Azure growth, and strong cloud momentum following Q4 results.

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