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MSFT Hits 2026 High: Is a New Record Next?
MSFT surged 48% from June lows on Azure-driven growth. Experts discuss outlook and sample options trades for the Mag 7 tech leader.
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On Schwab Network Kevin Hincks and Tom White dug into whether Microsoft (MSFT), fresh off an earnings-driven surge thanks to Azure and cloud strength, can push past its 2026 high after rallying about 48% from the June low. They ran example options trades, which matters because options activity often shows where traders expect big moves or want protection. For investors this segment crystallizes the debate: strong fundamentals versus the shorter-term positioning that can accelerate or frustrate that trend.