Traders report steady bids in Microsoft stock futures, reflecting long-term allocation strategies tied to recurring subscription models and strong cash flow generation. Microsoft is well positioned in AI and cloud, but the current stock price reflects years of premium performance ahead of tangible cash flow returns from these investments. This positive after-hours session contrasted with Wednesdayâs regular trading session , in which the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones fell 0.12% and 0.38%, respectively. The Nasdaq Composite, however, managed a 0.15% gain. The market sentiment was influenced by the Fed Chair Jerome Powellâs indications that the central bank is not yet prepared to cut interest rates . Current Microsoft stock futures levels track closely with NASDAQ futures, benefiting from optimism over AI-driven productivity in enterprise workflows.
