Microsoft Option Alert: Mar 14 $400 Calls at the Bid: 1300 vs 2380 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Mar 14 $400 Calls at the Bid: 1300 @ $5.6 vs 2380 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$395.86

Microsoft Option Alert: May 16 $410 Calls Sweep (7) near the Ask: 600 vs 2213 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: May 16 $410 Calls Sweep (7) near the Ask: 600 @ $14.3 vs 2213 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$395.84

Microsoft Option Alert: Apr 17 $400 Puts at the Ask: 735 vs 6339 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Apr 17 $400 Puts at the Ask: 735 @ $14.75 vs 6339 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$395.74

Microsoft Option Alert: Jun 20 $380 Puts at the Ask: 1650 vs 8849 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Jun 20 $380 Puts at the Ask: 1650 @ $12.64 vs 8849 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$400.79

Microsoft Option Alert: Jan, 2027 $510 Calls at the Bid: 200 vs 916 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Jan, 2027 $510 Calls at the Bid: 200 @ $26.0 vs 916 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$400.85

Microsoft Option Alert: Mar 14 $400 Puts Sweep (8) near the midpoint: 1764 vs 3182 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Mar 14 $400 Puts Sweep (8) near the midpoint: 1764 @ $6.451 vs 3182 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$400.8

Microsoft Option Alert: Mar 14 $397.5 Puts Sweep (8) near the Bid: 1764 vs 2338 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Mar 14 $397.5 Puts Sweep (8) near the Bid: 1764 @ $5.39 vs 2338 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$400.8

Microsoft Option Alert: Apr 17 $360 Puts Sweep (67) near the Bid: 1433 vs 4639 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Apr 17 $360 Puts Sweep (67) near the Bid: 1433 @ $3.851 vs 4639 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$391.27

Microsoft Option Alert: Mar 14 $400 Puts Sweep (9) near the midpoint: 1104 vs 1242 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Mar 14 $400 Puts Sweep (9) near the midpoint: 1104 @ $11.485 vs 1242 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$391.785

Microsoft Option Alert: Mar 14 $397.5 Puts Sweep (9) near the midpoint: 1104 vs 436 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Mar 14 $397.5 Puts Sweep (9) near the midpoint: 1104 @ $9.955 vs 436 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$391.785

Microsoft Option Alert: Jan 16 $360 Puts Sweep (4) near the midpoint: 500 vs 3925 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Jan 16 $360 Puts Sweep (4) near the midpoint: 500 @ $20.975 vs 3925 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$386.31

Microsoft Option Alert: Apr 17 $395 Puts Sweep (43) near the Bid: 340 vs 9167 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Apr 17 $395 Puts Sweep (43) near the Bid: 340 @ $17.503 vs 9167 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$385.99

Microsoft Option Alert: Apr 17 $395 Puts Sweep (4) near the Bid: 320 vs 9167 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Apr 17 $395 Puts Sweep (4) near the Bid: 320 @ $18.695 vs 9167 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$384.43

Microsoft Option Alert: Mar, 2026 $500 Calls at the Ask: 1200 vs 499 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Mar, 2026 $500 Calls at the Ask: 1200 @ $12.85 vs 499 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$395.035

Microsoft Option Alert: Apr 4 $320 Calls at the Bid: 130 vs 3001 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Apr 4 $320 Calls at the Bid: 130 @ $76.95 vs 3001 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$395.07

Microsoft Option Alert: Jan 16 $390 Puts at the Ask: 340 vs 1829 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Jan 16 $390 Puts at the Ask: 340 @ $30.4 vs 1829 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$392.75

Microsoft Option Alert: Apr 4 $430 Puts at the Bid: 200 vs 6 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Apr 4 $430 Puts at the Bid: 200 @ $37.85 vs 6 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$392.42

Microsoft Option Alert: Apr 17 $395 Puts Sweep (3) near the Ask: 452 vs 13412 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Apr 17 $395 Puts Sweep (3) near the Ask: 452 @ $14.65 vs 13412 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$391.24

Microsoft Option Alert: Apr 17 $395 Puts Sweep (25) near the Bid: 830 vs 13412 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Apr 17 $395 Puts Sweep (25) near the Bid: 830 @ $16.087 vs 13412 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$389.34

Microsoft Option Alert: Mar 14 $390 Calls Sweep (6) near the midpoint: 3088 vs 335 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Mar 14 $390 Calls Sweep (6) near the midpoint: 3088 @ $10.951 vs 335 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$392.49

Microsoft Option Alert: Jun, 2026 $440 Calls Sweep (10) near the Bid: 161 vs 1869 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Jun, 2026 $440 Calls Sweep (10) near the Bid: 161 @ $35.996 vs 1869 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$393.6144

Microsoft Option Alert: Aug 15 $360 Calls Sweep (3) near the midpoint: 100 vs 857 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Aug 15 $360 Calls Sweep (3) near the midpoint: 100 @ $53.74 vs 857 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$394.23

Microsoft Option Alert: Mar 21 $435 Puts at the Bid: 252 vs 2172 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Mar 21 $435 Puts at the Bid: 252 @ $37.8 vs 2172 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$397.225

Microsoft Option Alert: Aug 15 $360 Calls Sweep (3) near the Ask: 100 vs 857 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] 

Microsoft Option Alert: Aug 15 $360 Calls Sweep (3) near the Ask: 100 @ $59.487 vs 857 OI; Earnings 4/24 After Close [est] Ref=$402.235

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NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) will likely be one of the top stocks to watch next week. The company's annual GTC conference, often referred to as the Global AI Conference, will take place, and CEO Jensen Huang will once again provide<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/03/37803088/nvidia-gtc-2024-ceo-huang-highlights-the-past-present-and-future-of-ai-a-new-industry-has-emerged"> a keynote speech.</a>
What Happened: The GTC Conference runs March 17 through March 21, with Huang's keynote coming on March 18 at 1 p.m. ET. The event could serve as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/02/44015322/nvidia-analyst-sees-significant-upside-for-stock-with-favorable-riskreward">the next catalyst</a> for the stock, which has fallen in recent months.
Nvidia's AI conference will give the company a chance to highlight new and upcoming products, give updates on demand for items like the Blackwell chips and showcase future monetization opportunities like robotics and automotives.
Nvidia said Huang's <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_waPvOwL9Z8">keynote </a>and the event will provide a "glimpse into the future of AI infrastructure, scientific computing, AI and robotics."
"AI is pushing the limits of what's possible — turning yesterday's dreams into today's reality," Huang <a href="https://nvidianews.nvidia.com/news/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-and-industry-visionaries-to-unveil-whats-next-in-ai-at-gtc-2025">said</a>. "GTC brings together the brightest scientists, engineers, developers and creators to imagine and build a better future. Come and be first to see the new advances in NVIDIA computing and breakthroughs in AI, robotics, science and the arts that will transform industries and society."
A preview of GTC from <a href="https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/12/nvidia-gtc-2025-what-to-expect-from-this-years-show/">TechCrunch </a>said the expectation is Nvidia shows off an upgraded lineup of the Blackwell chip, like the Blackwell B300 series, codenamed Blackwell Ultra. The chip is slated for a release in the second half of 2025.
The preview also said Nvidia could showcase Rubin, the company's next-gen GPU series, which will be released in 2026.
Huang said on a recent Nvidia earnings call that he would talk about post-Rubin products at GTC, which could mean additional product showcases as the company looks toward 2026 and beyond.
Nvidia will also likely showcase its role in quantum computing. The company will host its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/01/43001201/nvidia-announces-first-ever-quantum-day-at-gtc-2025-days-after-jensen-huang-said-quantum-computing-is-20-years-away" target="_blank" rel="noopener">first-ever</a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/01/43001201/nvidia-announces-first-ever-quantum-day-at-gtc-2025-days-after-jensen-huang-said-quantum-computing-is-20-years-away"> quantum day </a>at GTC, which will feature executives from several leading companies in the sector.
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Why It's Important: Keynotes from Huang and product unveilings have proven to be major catalysts for Nvidia and its stock.
Huang gave a keynote at this year's CES earlier in January. Huang's speech happened after market hours on Jan. 6. Nvidia stock opened at $152.03 on Jan. 7 and hit the all-time high of $153.13 during that day.
Investor optimism in the stock may have peaked around the keynote and product announcements at the event as shares have fallen since then.
With Nvidia stock currently down year-to-date, Huang's GTC keynote could serve as a pivotal moment to create optimism in the company's chips and AI business once again along with some potential new products and catalysts that haven't been factored into the stock.
Other Companies to Watch: Over 25,000 people are expected to attend GTC 2025, which will have over 1,000 sessions and more than 2,000 speakers.
Last year's GTC event provided a boost to several public companies who were mentioned as Nvidia partners by the company.
A current speaker lineup also shows that several public companies will have speakers at the conference, which could make their stocks worth watching for investors as AI continues to be a catalyst watched by analysts and investors.
Here are some of the public companies that have <a href="https://www.nvidia.com/gtc/speakers/">speakers </a>at GTC 2025:
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<li>Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>)</li>
<li>Yum! Brands (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YUM#NYSE">YUM</a>)</li>
<li>Mastercard Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MA#NYSE">MA</a>)</li>
<li>Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>)</li>
<li>Lowe's Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOW#NYSE">LOW</a>)</li>
<li>PepsiCo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>)</li>
<li>Salesforce Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>)</li>
<li>Coca-Cola Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>)</li>
<li>Ford Motor Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>)</li>
<li>Illumina Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ILMN#NASDAQ">ILMN</a>)</li>
<li>Equinix Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EQIX#NASDAQ">EQIX</a>)</li>
<li>ServiceNow Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOW#NYSE">NOW</a>)</li>
<li>AT&amp;T Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>)</li>
<li>The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>)</li>
</ul>
While many companies are represented by AI sector executives or chief technology officers, Rivian stands out with its CEO and founder, RJ Scaringe, speaking at the event.
Nvidia's Quantum Day on March 20 could also serve as a catalyst for the overall quantum computing sector and provide a boost for companies speaking, which <a href="https://www.nvidia.com/gtc/sessions/quantum-day/#:~:text=NVIDIA%20founder%20and%20CEO%20Jensen,holds%20for%20useful%20quantum%20computing.">include</a>:
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<li>D-Wave Quantum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QBTS#NYSE">QBTS</a>)</li>
<li>IonQ Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IONQ#NYSE">IONQ</a>)</li>
<li>Rigetti Computing (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGTI#NASDAQ">RGTI</a>)</li>
<li>Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>)</li>
<li>Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>)</li>
</ul>
While there is no guarantee that any company or stock will be as impacted as Nvidia by GTC 2025, investors should know the companies present at the event and be prepared for potential catalysts and press releases related to the event.
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Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Information Technology sector: 
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<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
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<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/14/25</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$45.7K</td>
<td>37.3K</td>
<td>64.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/14/25</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$32.4K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td>34.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CSCO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$421.8K</td>
<td>21.8K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RGTI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$188.9K</td>
<td>27.2K</td>
<td>2.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PGY</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$174.8K</td>
<td>181</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
<td>$143.0K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
</tr>
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<td>MSFT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
<td>$195.0K</td>
<td>5.9K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AAPL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>$688.8K</td>
<td>20.6K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$169.3K</td>
<td>16.2K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PLTR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$95.0K</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• For NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 1 day(s) on March 14, 2025. This event was a transfer of 250 contract(s) at a $115.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $45.7K, with a price of $183.0 per contract. There were 37369 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 64021 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding INTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on March 14, 2025. Parties traded 427 contract(s) at a $24.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 14 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.4K, with a price of $76.0 per contract. There were 1359 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 34156 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding CSCO (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSCO#NASDAQ">CSCO</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 309 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 524 contract(s) at a $65.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $421.8K, with a price of $805.0 per contract. There were 21890 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3500 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For RGTI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGTI#NASDAQ">RGTI</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 309 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 1303 contract(s) at a $5.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 271 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $188.9K, with a price of $145.0 per contract. There were 27296 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2605 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PGY (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PGY#NASDAQ">PGY</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 309 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 2498 contract(s) at a $5.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $174.8K, with a price of $70.0 per contract. There were 181 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2500 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MSTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 8 day(s) on March 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $280.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $143.0K, with a price of $715.0 per contract. There were 1306 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2106 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MSFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 64 day(s) on May 16, 2025. This event was a transfer of 500 contract(s) at a $325.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $195.0K, with a price of $390.0 per contract. There were 5912 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1820 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AAPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 8 day(s) on March 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 480 contract(s) at a $225.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 8 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $688.8K, with a price of $1435.0 per contract. There were 20670 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1576 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 8 day(s) on March 21, 2025. Parties traded 477 contract(s) at a $90.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 70 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $169.3K, with a price of $355.0 per contract. There were 16246 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1493 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PLTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 15 day(s) on March 28, 2025. This event was a transfer of 250 contract(s) at a $75.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $95.0K, with a price of $380.0 per contract. There were 3159 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1168 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
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 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
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In today's rapidly changing and fiercely competitive business landscape, it is vital for investors and industry enthusiasts to carefully evaluate companies. In this article, we will perform a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) against its key competitors in the Software industry. By analyzing important financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Microsoft Background</h3>
Microsoft develops and licenses consumer and enterprise software. It is known for its Windows operating systems and Office productivity suite. The company is organized into three equally sized broad segments: productivity and business processes (legacy Microsoft Office, cloud-based Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Skype, LinkedIn, Dynamics), intelligence cloud (infrastructure- and platform-as-a-service offerings Azure, Windows Server OS, SQL Server), and more personal computing (Windows Client, Xbox, Bing search, display advertising, and Surface laptops, tablets, and desktops).
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<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Microsoft Corp</td>
<td>30.88</td>
<td>9.41</td>
<td>10.94</td>
<td>8.17%</td>
<td>$36.79</td>
<td>$47.83</td>
<td>12.27%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Oracle Corp</td>
<td>35.42</td>
<td>25.29</td>
<td>7.73</td>
<td>19.27%</td>
<td>$5.89</td>
<td>$9.94</td>
<td>6.4%</td>
</tr>
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<td>ServiceNow Inc</td>
<td>123.27</td>
<td>18.12</td>
<td>16</td>
<td>4.06%</td>
<td>$0.62</td>
<td>$2.33</td>
<td>21.34%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Palo Alto Networks Inc</td>
<td>101.40</td>
<td>18.64</td>
<td>14.85</td>
<td>4.35%</td>
<td>$0.41</td>
<td>$1.66</td>
<td>14.29%</td>
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<td>Fortinet Inc</td>
<td>43.33</td>
<td>50.41</td>
<td>12.69</td>
<td>43.82%</td>
<td>$0.66</td>
<td>$1.35</td>
<td>17.31%</td>
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<td>Gen Digital Inc</td>
<td>26.18</td>
<td>7.65</td>
<td>4.29</td>
<td>7.48%</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$0.79</td>
<td>4.01%</td>
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<td>Monday.Com Ltd</td>
<td>403.23</td>
<td>12.10</td>
<td>13.48</td>
<td>2.3%</td>
<td>$-0.02</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>6.76%</td>
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<td>Dolby Laboratories Inc</td>
<td>30.08</td>
<td>3.12</td>
<td>6.01</td>
<td>2.72%</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>$0.32</td>
<td>13.13%</td>
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<td>CommVault Systems Inc</td>
<td>40.38</td>
<td>23.45</td>
<td>7.35</td>
<td>3.9%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>21.13%</td>
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<td>Qualys Inc</td>
<td>26.47</td>
<td>9.41</td>
<td>7.57</td>
<td>9.49%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>10.11%</td>
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<td>SolarWinds Corp</td>
<td>28.58</td>
<td>2.24</td>
<td>4</td>
<td>5.26%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.19</td>
<td>6.14%</td>
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<td>Progress Software Corp</td>
<td>35.44</td>
<td>5.39</td>
<td>3.22</td>
<td>0.27%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.18</td>
<td>21.47%</td>
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<td>Teradata Corp</td>
<td>19.21</td>
<td>15.85</td>
<td>1.25</td>
<td>19.38%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.24</td>
<td>-10.5%</td>
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<td>Rapid7 Inc</td>
<td>70.22</td>
<td>101.46</td>
<td>2.10</td>
<td>-25.97%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.15</td>
<td>5.36%</td>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>75.63</td>
<td>22.55</td>
<td>7.73</td>
<td>7.41%</td>
<td>$0.65</td>
<td>$1.36</td>
<td>10.53%</td>
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 </style>By conducting a comprehensive analysis of Microsoft, the following trends become evident: 
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A Price to Earnings ratio of 30.88 significantly below the industry average by 0.41x suggests undervaluation. This can make the stock appealing for those seeking growth.
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With a Price to Book ratio of 9.41, significantly falling below the industry average by 0.42x, it suggests undervaluation and the possibility of untapped growth prospects.
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The stock's relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 10.94, surpassing the industry average by 1.42x, may indicate an aspect of overvaluation in terms of sales performance.
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With a Return on Equity (ROE) of 8.17% that is 0.76% above the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits efficient use of equity to generate profits.
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The company exhibits higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $36.79 Billion, which is 56.6x above the industry average, implying stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
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The company has higher gross profit of $47.83 Billion, which indicates 35.17x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
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The company's revenue growth of 12.27% exceeds the industry average of 10.53%, indicating strong sales performance and market outperformance.
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<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
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The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio indicates the proportion of debt and equity used by a company to finance its assets and operations.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By considering the Debt-to-Equity ratio, Microsoft can be compared to its top 4 peers, leading to the following observations:
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Microsoft has a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers, as evidenced by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.21.
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This suggests that the company has a more favorable balance between debt and equity, which can be perceived as a positive indicator by investors.
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<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Microsoft, the PE ratio is low compared to peers, indicating potential undervaluation. The PB ratio is also low, suggesting a possible bargain opportunity. However, the PS ratio is high, which may indicate overvaluation based on revenue. On the other hand, Microsoft's high ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth reflect strong financial performance compared to industry peers in the software sector.
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NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) shares are trading higher on Thursday. The company teamed up with Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) to introduce neural shading support in the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/g44301446/nvidia-and-microsoft-open-next-era-of-gaming-with-groundbreaking-neural-shading-technology" rel="noreferrer noopener">Microsoft DirectX preview for April</a>.
Notably, Neural shading is a groundbreaking advancement in graphics programming, merging AI with traditional rendering techniques.
This innovation significantly improves frame rates, enhances image quality, and reduces system resource consumption.
This collaboration provides developers access to NVIDIA GeForce RTX GPUs&#8217; AI Tensor Cores, enabling the acceleration of neural networks directly within a game&#8217;s graphics pipeline.
Shawn Hargreaves, Direct3D development manager at Microsoft said, &#8220;This will advance the future of graphics programming by enabling neural rendering across the gaming industry. Unlocking Tensor Cores on NVIDIA RTX will allow developers to fully leverage RTX Neural Shaders for richer, more immersive experiences on Windows.&#8221;
Apart from this, the company disclosed significant upgradation to NVIDIA RTX Kit, which is a collection of neural rendering tools for game developers.
The upgrade, which is disclosed ahead of the Game Developers Conference, includes support for Unreal Engine 5, including enhancements for RTX Mega Geometry and RTX Hair features.
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Price Action: NVDA shares are up 0.55% at $116.38 at the last check Thursday.
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<li>Truist Securities boosted the price target for Mercury Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRCY#NASDAQ">MRCY</a>) from $49 to $56. Truist Securities analyst Michael Ciarmoli upgraded the stock from Hold to Buy. Mercury Systems shares closed at $42.10 on Wednesday. See how other analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MRCY/analyst-ratings">view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Oppenheimer cut Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADBE#NASDAQ">ADBE</a>) price target from $560 to $530. Oppenheimer analyst Brian Schwartz maintained an Outperform rating. Adobe shares closed at $438.60 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ADBE/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Mizuho slashed the price target for American Homes 4 Rent (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMH#NYSE">AMH</a>) from $41 to $37. Mizuho analyst Haendel St. Juste maintained an Outperform rating. American Homes 4 Rent shares closed at $34.99 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AMH/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Morgan Stanley cut the price target for UiPath Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PATH#NYSE">PATH</a>) from $16 to $12. Morgan Stanley analyst Sanjit Singh maintained an Equal-Weight rating. UiPath shares closed at $11.83 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PATH/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) dropped from 3.0% in January to 2.8% in February, below economist expectations of 2.9%. With inflation cooling, the possibility of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/interest-rates">interest rate cuts</a> also come into the picture. 
In this backdrop, certain sectors stand to benefit more than others, such as consumer discretionary, technology and real estate. ETFs with exposure to these sectors also stand to benefit from a cooling inflation (and subsequently rate cuts). Below are some <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">ETFs to consider</a> in this scenario.
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1. Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>)
When inflation eases, consumers gain more purchasing power, often leading to higher spending on non-essential goods like apparel, automobiles and entertainment. This benefits the consumer discretionary sector, and consequently XLY.
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<li>AUM: $20.28 billion</li>
<li>Expense ratio: 0.08%</li>
<li>Index tracked: Consumer Discretionary Select Sector Index</li>
<li>Top holdings: Amazon (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Home Depot (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>), Booking Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKNG#NASDAQ">BKNG</a>)</li>
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2. Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>)
Being majorly capital intensive, lower inflation and interest rates benefit tech stocks. When borrowing costs fall, tech firms can invest more in innovation and expansion, providing a fillip to profits and stock performance. XLK offers wide exposure to the technology sector, making it a parallel beneficiary.
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<li>AUM: $64.84 billion</li>
<li>Expense ratio: 0.08%</li>
<li>Index tracked: Technology Select Sector Index</li>
<li>Top holdings: Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), Nvidia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>)</li>
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3. iShares U.S. Real Estate ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IYR#NYSE">IYR</a>)
The real estate sector often thrives in a low-interest-rate environment. Lower mortgage rates can boost housing demand, while real estate investment trusts (REITs), which typically carry high debt levels, can enjoy cheaper finance operations. IYR provides exposure to U.S. real estate companies and REITs.
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<li>Expense ratio: 0.39%</li>
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Inflation cooled in February, a breather investors who had a lot to worry about in the past few weeks. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44285648/wall-street-rebounds-as-cooling-inflation-draws-tech-dip-buyers-whats-driving-markets-wednesday">headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) dropped</a> from 3.0% in January to 2.8% in February, below economist expectations of 2.9%. This marked the first decline after four months of increasing price pressures. Core inflation, which excludes food and energy prices, also moderated, coming in at 3.1% year-over-year, down from 3.3% in January.
These developments reinforce the Federal Reserve's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44274165/inflation-cools-more-than-expected-in-february-strengthens-the-case-for-fed-rate-cuts">likelihood of cutting interest rates</a> in 2025. Now, economic growth is projected to slow in the first quarter and investment banks have revised GDP forecasts downward, with the Atlanta Fed's GDPNow model predicting a potential 2.4% contraction. This strengthens expectations for rate cuts, as evident from CME FedWatch Tool survey which shows traders assigning nearly an 80% probability of a reduction by June.
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What Happened: OpenAI is making a bid for a significant role in the development and regulation of AI technology ahead of the submission of the "AI Action Plan&#8221; to President Donald Trump in July. The company presented a proposal that underscores the urgency of swift AI development and a lenient regulatory approach, while also spotlighting potential threats from AI technology originating from China, reported by <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/13/openai-lobbies-trump-admin-to-focus-ai-on-speed-light-regulation.html">CNBC</a> on Thursday.
The proposal from OpenAI advocates for &#8220;the freedom to innovate in the national interest&#8221; and a &#8220;voluntary partnership between the federal government and the private sector&#8221; as opposed to &#8220;overly burdensome state laws.&#8221; The AI company also proposed an &#8220;export control strategy&#8221; for AI developed in the U.S. and the encouragement of worldwide adoption of American AI systems.
OpenAI also urged the government to partner with the private sector in advancing AI for national security purposes. The company recently introduced ChatGPT Gov, a product tailored specifically for use by the U.S. government.
The ChatGPT maker also advocated for &#8220;a copyright approach that supports the freedom to learn&#8221; and for &#8220;protecting the ability of American AI models to learn from copyrighted content.&#8221;
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Why It Matters: This proposal from OpenAI comes at a time when concerns about China&#8217;s potential dominance in the AI sector are growing. Earlier in March, former Google (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) CEO Eric Schmidt warned the Trump administration of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/03/44185833/former-google-ceo-eric-schmidt-warn-of-nuclear-level-risks-in-global-superintelligent-ai-race-what-begins-as-a-push-for-a-superweapon">nuclear-level risks</a> in the global Superintelligent AI race. He also cautioned about the West's need to prioritize a combination of open and closed-source AI models to prevent China from taking the lead.
Similarly, in February, Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) wrote to the Trump administration to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/44035813/microsoft-urges-trump-to-avoid-this-critical-mistake-in-the-global-ai-race-cautions-it-will-give-china-a-strategic-advantage">alter the Biden-era</a> "AI Diffusion Rule," which might inadvertently strengthen China's rapidly expanding AI sector, as the rule deterred U.S. companies from building data centers in many ally nations of the U.S. classifying them as Tier Two. 
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DA Davidson analyst Gil Luria upgrades Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) from Neutral to Buy and raises the price target from $425 to $450.

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman spoke candidly at a private Morgan Stanley event, revealing what he believes investors are still underestimating about artificial intelligence.
What Happened: At a closed-door tech conference hosted by Morgan Stanley last week, Altman shared several insights into the future of AI — and the growing challenges his company faces, <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/sam-altman-openai-ai-gpu-private-conference-morgan-stanley-2025-3">reported</a> Business Insider.
Altman told attendees that AI will likely have a deflationary impact on the global economy — a consequence he believes is underappreciated and misunderstood by investors, according to a summary of the event released Monday by Morgan Stanley analysts.
The analysts noted that this aligns with their projections, writing that increased productivity from AI "would help offset inflation" and drive global efficiency.
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Despite AI's deflationary potential, OpenAI's growth is constrained not by demand or data — but by access to GPUs, the high-performance chips needed to train and operate large language models.
The company reportedly said its GPU fleet is "completely saturated" and that it has never experienced a situation "where it can't sell out access to its GPUs at reasonable margins."
While compute remains a challenge, concerns about training data were dismissed. "Data is not a constraint in the way that compute is," the analysts wrote.
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Why It's Important: Altman's remarks come at a critical time for OpenAI, which earlier this week <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44240048/openai-secures-near-12-billion-coreweave-deal-taking-stake-in-cloud-firm-ahead-of-35-billion-ipo-to-reportedly-reduce-microsoft-dependence">signed an $11.9 billion deal</a> with CoreWeave and acquired a $350 million equity stake in the cloud provider, a move that reduces its reliance on Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) for compute power.
The company is also reportedly moving forward with <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/02/43591228/sam-altmans-openai-set-to-finalize-in-house-ai-chip-reducing-dependence-on-nvidia-report">developing its own custom AI chips</a>, signaling long-term efforts to address compute constraints and scale more independently.
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Sam Altman Warns AI Will Be Deflationary, But Says OpenAI's Biggest Constraint Isn't Data Or Demand, It's GPUs

Peter Lynch, the legendary investor who turned Fidelity's Magellan Fund into a powerhouse, stood before an audience at the National Press Club back in 1994 and laid out what might be the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/03/44211455/peter-lynchs-evergreen-market-advice-if-you-cant-find-growth-companies-in-innings-three-through-five-look-at-turnarounds">best investing advice</a> of all time: "The key organ in your body in the stock market is the stomach, not the brain."
His point? It's not about intelligence; it's about discipline. Investors lose money not because they lack knowledge, but because they can't stomach market volatility. Fast forward to March 10, and the markets are once again testing investors' nerves. With the Dow plunging over 890 points and the Nasdaq hitting a record low since 2020, it's the kind of environment where Lynch's words are more relevant than ever.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">"There's Always Something to Worry About"</h2>
Lynch was clear —investing is never smooth sailing. "All you must know is that it'll always be scary, there will always be something to worry about. You must forget all about it," he said.
Right now, investors are worrying about U.S. tariffs, global market instability, and interest rate hikes. But if <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44240968/history-repeats-market-enters-correction-zone-in-the-same-week-when-dot-com-bubble-burst-25-years-ago-heres-what-experts-are-saying">history has taught us</a> anything, it's that market downturns aren't anomalies—they're part of the game. According to Lynch, "History teaches you the market goes down. It goes down a lot." He pointed out that corrections of 10% or more happen about every two years, while bear markets (declines of 25% or more) hit roughly every six years.
Translation: If you're panicking about the market now, you might as well panic forever—because there's always going to be something.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why Timing the Market Is a Waste of Time</h2>
A common mistake investors make is trying to predict the stock market. Lynch thought that was ridiculous: "People get too carried away. They try to predict the stock market. That is a total waste of time."
This is exactly what's happening now. Analysts at JPMorgan Chase, RBC Capital Markets , and Cit have downgraded U.S. stocks while upgrading China, signaling a shift in global confidence. But does it matter? Lynch would argue no.
If professional economists and even the head of the Federal Reserve can't predict long-term rates, why would an average investor think they can outguess the market? Instead of playing the guessing game, Lynch's advice was simple: own good companies, study them, and let time do the work.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Invest in What You Understand</h2>
Lynch was famous for his "buy what you know" philosophy. He mocked investors who put money into stocks they couldn't explain: "If you can't <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/24/12/42499608/investment-guru-peter-lynch-if-you-cant-explain-to-an-11-year-old-in-2-minutes-or-less-why-you-own-t">explain to a 10-year-old in two minutes</a> or less why you own a stock, you shouldn't own it."
He backed it up with a personal example: Dunkin' Donuts. He knew it was a business that made sense—people drink coffee no matter what the economy does. "I made 10 or 15 times my money in Dunkin' Donuts. Those are the stocks I can understand," he explained.
This is a lesson for today's investors drowning in AI stocks, meme stocks, and speculative plays with no profits. If you can't clearly say why a company is worth owning, maybe you shouldn't own it.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Market Rewards Patience, Not Panic</h2>
Market crashes lead to panic selling, but Lynch believed that was a guaranteed way to lose money. He argued that some of the best investing days happen right in the middle of bear markets—a trend that Lazard Asset Management confirmed by analyzing decades of data.
His advice was ignore the noise and focus on the long game. He pointed out that companies like Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) and Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) rewarded patient investors who weren't in a rush. He told investors, "You could have bought Walmart 10 years after it went public and still made 35 times your money."
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Bottom Line: Lynch's Advice Still Holds Up in 2025</h2>
Markets rise, markets fall, and investors freak out just like they always have. But Lynch's message was clear: if you understand what you own, ignore the panic, and hold strong, you'll do well.
His investing philosophy worked in 1994, and it still works in 2025. The only question is—can your stomach handle it?
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Alibaba Group Holding (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) is making waves in the AI space with its new artificial intelligence model, <a href="https://qwenlm.github.io/blog/qwq-32b/">QwQ-32B</a>. Developed by its AI unit, Qwen, this model has 32 billion parameters and claims performance comparable to DeepSeek's R1 model which has 671 billion parameters. This is in line with China's broader push to support key industries such as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43903135/ais-19-9-trillion-impact-could-create-the-first-trillionaire-but-mark-cuban-says-it-wont-be-musk-or-bezos">AI</a>, humanoid robots and 6G.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Alibaba's Big Bet on AI</h2>
After the QwQ-32B announcement, Alibaba's Hong Kong shares <a href="https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/alibaba-shares-soar-74-in-2025-amid-the-latest-ai-bet-deepseek-rivalry-china-stocks-turning-a-corner/articleshow/118778507.cms?from=mdr">surged over 8%</a> and this year is up nearly 70%. As of March 9, the company's market cap is around $345 billion, according to Companies MarketCap. Alibaba's AI strategy is gaining traction.
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According to <a href="https://qwenlm.github.io/blog/qwq-32b/">Qwen</a>, although QwQ-32B has fewer parameters than DeepSeek's R1, it excels in mathematical reasoning, coding and problem solving. This means operational cost savings and Alibaba is more competitive in the AI race. According to <a href="https://www.alibabacloud.com/blog/alibaba-cloud-teams-up-with-honor-zeekr-to-drive-ai-innovation-in-edge-devices_602046?spm=a2c65.11461447.0.0.39722486TOxjz4">Alibaba Cloud</a>, the company is also working with tech firms to put AI into consumer devices so its advancements can reach a broader audience.
Alibaba's top leaders have been meeting with Chinese government officials, including a meeting between President Xi Jinping and Jack Ma, Alibaba's co-founder. This level of engagement means strong government support for China's tech sector and its comeback.
Beijing's backing is a big reason for Alibaba's aggressive investment in AI. <a href="https://www.alibabacloud.com/blog/alibaba-to-invest-rmb380-billion-in-ai-and-cloud-infrastructure-over-next-three-years_602007">Alibaba Group announced</a> a plan to invest $53 billion for cloud computing and AI infrastructure. CEO Eddie Wu called AI a "once in a generation" opportunity that can replicate both intellectual and physical labor globally.
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Financially, Alibaba Cloud is reflecting this AI-first approach with 11% year-over-year revenue growth and AI related product revenue up triple digits for the sixth quarter in a row.
Alibaba is not alone in going all in on AI. According to <a href="https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/amazon-to-spend-an-estimated-100-billion-ai-2025/">Digitaltrends</a>, Amazon Web Services is planning to spend around $100 billion next year, mostly on AI initiatives while Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) is expected to <a href="https://blogs.microsoft.com/on-the-issues/2025/01/03/the-golden-opportunity-for-american-ai/">spend around $80 billion</a> with a big chunk on AI development. But experts are concerned.
Despite QwQ-32B&#8217;s efficiency, <a href="https://www.knowledgegpt.com/post/ai-language-models-reasoning-flaws-revealed">researchers</a> wonder if smaller models can manage the intricacies of the actual world just as effectively as larger models. Small models may struggle with tasks that require extensive contextual understanding, which larger models do better.
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Alibaba's QwQ-32B is a big deal in AI, but as competition heats up and concerns grow the question is how do we make sure AI serves technological progress and societal well-being.
The rapid development of AI without ethics is raising big concerns of unintended consequences, including decision making bias and job displacement. According to <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/mar/04/trump-ai-labor-protections">The Guardian</a>, recent rollbacks of AI-related labor protections in the US has made workers more vulnerable to automation <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/25/02/43679965/klarnas-ceo-says-ai-can-already-do-all-the-jobs-that-we-as-humans-do-and-hes-proving-it-by-shrinking-his-workforce-by-22">job</a> losses and deteriorating employment conditions.
Experts warn that without proper regulations, companies will prioritise efficiency over human labor, perpetuating economic inequality and embedding biases into AI systems.
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The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/magnificent-seven">market&#8217;s biggest tech giants</a>, often referred to as the Magnificent Seven, collectively added over $250 billion in market capitalization during Wednesday morning trading. 
Investors piled back into high-growth stocks following the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44274165/inflation-cools-more-than-expected-in-february-strengthens-the-case-for-fed-rate-cuts">softer-than-expected inflation report. </a>
The elite tech group of stocks was in free fall just days ago, down more than 20% from their highs and officially entering a bear market. Since its December 2024 market cap peak of over $17 trillion, Magnificent Seven has shed $3.3 trillion value in recent weeks.
The question now: Is this a true turnaround, or just a temporary relief rally?
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Investors Rush To Buy Magnificent 7 As Inflation Cools</h3>
The catalyst for the dramatic rebound was February's Consumer Price Index report, which showed inflation cooling faster than expected. 
Headline CPI eased to 2.8% year-over-year, down from 3%, and core CPI slipped from 3.2% to 3.1%, also below forecasts.
The outcome led markets to ramp up bets that the Federal Reserve may soon resume cutting interest rates. With inflation cooling, the CME FedWatch Tool shows traders fully pricing in three rate cuts by year-end.
That was enough to trigger a wave of dip-buying in the battered Magnificent Seven, a group that had entered a technical bear market earlier this week after the Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF plunged 22% year-to-date.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Magnificent Seven Rebound: Nvidia, Tesla Rally</h3>
The total market capitalization change for the Magnificent Seven stocks by 10:30 a.m. ET Wednesday is $258 billion. 
Here's a breakdown with additional context on each company&#8217;s movements:
<ul>
<li>Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) added $151.26 billion as its stock surged 5.7%. The semiconductor giant remains 25% below its record highs set in early January 2025. </li>
<li>Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) followed with a $52 billion increase, up 7%. </li>
<li>Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) increased $45.43 billion, climbing 3%.</li>
<li>Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) grew $23.33 billion, up 1.11%. </li>
<li>Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGKL#NASDAQ">GOOGKL</a>) added $14.27 billion, rising 0.7%</li>
<li>Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) saw a modest $1.41 billion gain, edging 0.1% higher. </li>
<li>Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) was the only major laggard, shedding $29.19 billion, dropping 0.9%,</li>
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Magnificent 7 Stocks Add $250 Billion In Value After Benign Inflation As Traders Rush To Buy Dips

In today's rapidly changing and fiercely competitive business landscape, it is essential for investors and industry enthusiasts to thoroughly analyze companies. In this article, we will conduct a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) against its key competitors in the Software industry. By examining key financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Microsoft Background</h3>
Microsoft develops and licenses consumer and enterprise software. It is known for its Windows operating systems and Office productivity suite. The company is organized into three equally sized broad segments: productivity and business processes (legacy Microsoft Office, cloud-based Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Skype, LinkedIn, Dynamics), intelligence cloud (infrastructure- and platform-as-a-service offerings Azure, Windows Server OS, SQL Server), and more personal computing (Windows Client, Xbox, Bing search, display advertising, and Surface laptops, tablets, and desktops).
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<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Microsoft Corp</td>
<td>30.66</td>
<td>9.34</td>
<td>10.86</td>
<td>8.17%</td>
<td>$36.79</td>
<td>$47.83</td>
<td>12.27%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Oracle Corp</td>
<td>33.85</td>
<td>24.10</td>
<td>7.38</td>
<td>18.94%</td>
<td>$5.75</td>
<td>$9.97</td>
<td>0.51%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ServiceNow Inc</td>
<td>118.19</td>
<td>17.37</td>
<td>15.34</td>
<td>4.06%</td>
<td>$0.62</td>
<td>$2.33</td>
<td>21.34%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Palo Alto Networks Inc</td>
<td>101.09</td>
<td>18.58</td>
<td>14.80</td>
<td>4.35%</td>
<td>$0.41</td>
<td>$1.66</td>
<td>14.29%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fortinet Inc</td>
<td>43.49</td>
<td>50.59</td>
<td>12.74</td>
<td>43.82%</td>
<td>$0.66</td>
<td>$1.35</td>
<td>17.31%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gen Digital Inc</td>
<td>26.51</td>
<td>7.75</td>
<td>4.35</td>
<td>7.48%</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$0.79</td>
<td>4.01%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monday.Com Ltd</td>
<td>391.65</td>
<td>11.75</td>
<td>13.10</td>
<td>2.3%</td>
<td>$-0.02</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>6.76%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dolby Laboratories Inc</td>
<td>30.30</td>
<td>3.14</td>
<td>6.05</td>
<td>2.72%</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>$0.32</td>
<td>13.13%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CommVault Systems Inc</td>
<td>40.02</td>
<td>23.25</td>
<td>7.29</td>
<td>3.9%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>21.13%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Qualys Inc</td>
<td>26.67</td>
<td>9.48</td>
<td>7.62</td>
<td>9.49%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>10.11%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SolarWinds Corp</td>
<td>28.59</td>
<td>2.24</td>
<td>4.01</td>
<td>5.26%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.19</td>
<td>6.14%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Progress Software Corp</td>
<td>35.79</td>
<td>5.45</td>
<td>3.25</td>
<td>0.27%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.18</td>
<td>21.47%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Teradata Corp</td>
<td>19.26</td>
<td>15.89</td>
<td>1.25</td>
<td>19.38%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.24</td>
<td>-10.5%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rapid7 Inc</td>
<td>68.85</td>
<td>99.47</td>
<td>2.06</td>
<td>-25.97%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.15</td>
<td>5.36%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>74.17</td>
<td>22.24</td>
<td>7.63</td>
<td>7.38%</td>
<td>$0.63</td>
<td>$1.37</td>
<td>10.08%</td>
</tr>
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A Price to Earnings ratio of 30.66 significantly below the industry average by 0.41x suggests undervaluation. This can make the stock appealing for those seeking growth.
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The current Price to Book ratio of 9.34, which is 0.42x the industry average, is substantially lower than the industry average, indicating potential undervaluation.
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With a relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 10.86, which is 1.42x the industry average, the stock might be considered overvalued based on sales performance.
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The company has a higher Return on Equity (ROE) of 8.17%, which is 0.79% above the industry average. This suggests efficient use of equity to generate profits and demonstrates profitability and growth potential.
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The company exhibits higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $36.79 Billion, which is 58.4x above the industry average, implying stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
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The company has higher gross profit of $47.83 Billion, which indicates 34.91x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
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The company's revenue growth of 12.27% is notably higher compared to the industry average of 10.08%, showcasing exceptional sales performance and strong demand for its products or services.
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<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741791621_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is a key indicator of a company's financial health and its reliance on debt financing.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
In terms of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, Microsoft can be assessed by comparing it to its top 4 peers, resulting in the following observations:
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Among its top 4 peers, Microsoft has a stronger financial position with a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.21.
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This indicates that the company relies less on debt financing and maintains a more favorable balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
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<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Microsoft, the PE ratio is low compared to peers, indicating potential undervaluation. The PB ratio is also low, suggesting a possible bargain opportunity. However, the PS ratio is high, which may indicate overvaluation relative to industry peers. On the other hand, Microsoft's high ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth reflect strong financial performance and growth potential within the software industry.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Performance Comparison: Microsoft And Competitors In Software Industry

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in MSFT usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 40 extraordinary options activities for Microsoft. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 45% leaning bullish and 37% bearish. Among these notable options, 26 are puts, totaling $3,029,681, and 14 are calls, amounting to $668,676.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $300.0 to $500.0 for Microsoft over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Microsoft options trades today is 3005.29 with a total volume of 23,884.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Microsoft's big money trades within a strike price range of $300.0 to $500.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Microsoft Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741788985_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$12.0</td>
<td>$11.9</td>
<td>$11.9</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>$952.0K</td>
<td>5.2K</td>
<td>790</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$12.55</td>
<td>$12.5</td>
<td>$12.5</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>$425.0K</td>
<td>5.2K</td>
<td>4.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$12.55</td>
<td>$12.5</td>
<td>$12.5</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>$330.0K</td>
<td>5.2K</td>
<td>4.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$12.25</td>
<td>$12.15</td>
<td>$12.15</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>$167.6K</td>
<td>5.2K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$34.9</td>
<td>$34.5</td>
<td>$34.6</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$138.4K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Microsoft</h3>
Microsoft develops and licenses consumer and enterprise software. It is known for its Windows operating systems and Office productivity suite. The company is organized into three equally sized broad segments: productivity and business processes (legacy Microsoft Office, cloud-based Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Skype, LinkedIn, Dynamics), intelligence cloud (infrastructure- and platform-as-a-service offerings Azure, Windows Server OS, SQL Server), and more personal computing (Windows Client, Xbox, Bing search, display advertising, and Surface laptops, tablets, and desktops).
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Microsoft, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Current Position of Microsoft</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 3,299,318, the price of MSFT is up 0.02% at $380.54. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 43 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Microsoft</h3>
1 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $475.0.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Stifel continues to hold a Buy rating for Microsoft, targeting a price of $475. 
Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.
If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Microsoft, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.

Microsoft Options Trading: A Deep Dive into Market Sentiment

Palantir Technologies Inc&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) Alex Karp emerged as the top of the most affluent U.S. tech company bosses as the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/palantir" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">big data analytics company</a> noted a surge in its market cap.
The Denver-based company saw its stock surge 216% in the last 12 months.
Karp&#8217;s Palantir holdings surged to $12.8 billion from $2.2 billion in 2024 beginning, AFR.com <a target="_blank" href="https://www.afr.com/world/north-america/palantir-s-alex-karp-vaults-to-top-of-best-paid-us-tech-executives-20250312-p5lj32" rel="noreferrer noopener">cited</a> VerityData.
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Karp adopted a new <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/02/43837935/palantir-plunges-as-alex-karp-plans-123-billion-stock-sale-jim-cramer-urges-palanteers-to-support-the-stock-right-now-as-pentagon-eyes-defense-cuts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rule 10b5-1 trading plan</a>, allowing him to sell up to 9.98 million shares by Sept. 12, potentially worth $1.23 billion at current prices.
The group, which Peter Thiel chairs, surged after Donald Trump won the U.S. election in November 2024, reaching a peak market capitalization of about $232 billion. In the last month, it lost value mainly due to fears about a shrinking US defense budget and broader market jitters.
Palantir <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44212796/palantir-joins-sp-100-after-ai-driven-rally-stock-surges-almost-60-since-trump-victory" rel="noreferrer noopener">will soon be</a> part of the S&amp;P 100 index and S&amp;P Dow Jones Indices. Since Trump&#8217;s election victory, it has emerged as the top-performing S&amp;P 500 stock.
Market analysts associated Palantir&#8217;s rise to artificial intelligence capabilities with Karp&#8217;s support for&nbsp;government efficiency initiatives.
Apple Inc&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) Tim Cook, Alphabet Inc&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) Google CEO Sundar Pichai, Amazon.com Inc&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) Andy Jassy and Microsoft Corp&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) Satya Nadella have each sold between $30 million-$80 million of stock in their respective companies since the start of 2024. Karp&#8217;s earnings were more than eight times the combined earnings of the four big tech chiefs.
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Wedbush&nbsp;analyst&nbsp;Dan Ives&nbsp;compared buying Palantir stock to that of&nbsp;Tesla Inc&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) stock in 2015.
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Palantir CEO Becomes Top-Earning Tech Boss As AI Stock Soars 216%: Report

Fresh off a series of investor meetings with Advanced Micro Devices Inc's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) CEO Lisa Su, JPMorgan analyst Harlan Sur says the company is increasingly confident about delivering <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/lisa-su">over 20% growth in 2025</a>.
Sur&#8217;s expectations stem from a mix of AI acceleration, CPU dominance, and strategic partnerships.
These insights stem from the analyst&#8217;s discussions with AMD leadership at recent investor meetings.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">AI GPUs: The Next Big Thing</h2>
Su's AI ambitions are no secret, and AMD is gearing up for a breakout year in its AI GPU business. The company expects over 60% growth in AI GPUs this year alone. That&#8217;s thanks to a massive ramp in its MI350 accelerator platform. 
Oracle Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) just dropped a multi-billion-dollar order for 30,000 MI355X GPUs — an early sign of demand that AMD believes will only intensify.
With Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), and other cloud giants in line to transition to the MI350 series, AMD's AI roadmap looks stronger than ever.
But the real game-changer? The MI400 platform. Coming in 2026, it aims to compete with Nvidia Corp's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) Rubin-class compute, targeting massive AI clusters exceeding 100,000 GPUs.
AMD isn't just trying to keep up—it's aiming to redefine AI compute with a more flexible, scalable architecture.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">CPUs: More Market Share, More Power</h2>
AI isn't AMD's only growth engine. Server CPUs remain a core strength, with Su &amp; Co. confident in crossing 50% market share in the long term. AMD closed 2024 with an estimated 37-38% share, up from 32-33% the year before, and expects another 500-600 basis points of gains this year. 
AMD&#8217;s direct-sales approach is also eating into Intel's long-standing enterprise dominance.
Next-gen AI workloads, including agentic AI (which demands more CPU compute alongside GPUs), should only accelerate this momentum. 
Meanwhile, AMD's notebook and desktop CPUs continue to gain ground. Market share has been climbing for four consecutive quarters, and a fresh partnership with Dell Technologies Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</a>) to integrate Ryzen AI PRO CPUs into commercial PCs could unlock a new wave of growth.
With a diversified compute portfolio spanning AI GPUs, server CPUs, gaming, and embedded markets, AMD is positioning itself for sustained growth in 2025 and beyond.
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As the need for power in AI data centers escalates,&nbsp;Microsoft Corporation&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) is considering the possibility of utilizing natural gas.
What Happened: Microsoft&#8217;s Vice President of Energy, Bobby Hollis, told <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/11/microsoft-is-open-to-using-natural-gas-to-power-ai-data-centers-ameet-ballooning-demand.html">CNBC </a> that the tech giant is considering the use of natural gas with carbon capture technology to power its AI data centers. However, this option will only be explored if it proves to be &#8220;commercially viable and cost competitive.&#8221;
Despite the hefty costs associated with carbon capture technology, it has been under development by oil and gas companies for several years. The technology is designed to capture&nbsp;industrial carbon dioxide emissions sites and store them deep underground.
Microsoft has set bold climate targets, striving to offset its entire electricity usage with carbon-free energy by 2030. However, the tech sector has realized that renewables alone cannot fulfill the high power requirements of data centers.
Last Year, Microsoft turned to nuclear power and signed a deal to support the restart of&nbsp;Three Mile Island. However, the U.S. is unlikely to expand nuclear power significantly before the 2030s.
Despite its carbon dioxide emissions, natural gas is increasingly seen as a near-term power solution by data center developers. Energy Secretary, Chris Wright stated on&nbsp;Monday that renewable energy cannot fully substitute gas in electricity generation.
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A report released by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA)&nbsp;in January highlights that utility providers in Virginia, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina intend to develop a total of 20 GW of new natural gas generation by 2040, driven mainly by the growing demand from data centers.
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Date	Put/Call	Strike Price	Exp Date	DTE	Trade Vol	Day Vol	Vol / OI	OI	Trade Type	Sentiment
02:15 PMMar 06, 2025	CALL	$400.00	Mar 14, 2025	-1	4030	1300	169	2380	TRADE	BULLISH
12:36 PMMar 06, 2025	CALL	$410.00	May 16, 2025	62	701	600	32	2213	SWEEP	BULLISH
12:04 PMMar 06, 2025	PUT	$400.00	Apr 17, 2025	33	255	735	4	6339	TRADE	BEARISH
11:03 AMMar 06, 2025	PUT	$380.00	Jun 20, 2025	97	1668	1650	19	8849	TRADE	BEARISH
03:54 PMMar 05, 2025	CALL	$510.00	Jan 15, 2027	671	200	200	22	916	TRADE	BEARISH
03:26 PMMar 05, 2025	PUT	$400.00	Mar 14, 2025	-1	2895	1764	91	3182	SWEEP	NEUTRAL
03:26 PMMar 05, 2025	PUT	$397.50	Mar 14, 2025	-1	2365	1764	101	2338	SWEEP	BULLISH
11:14 AMMar 05, 2025	PUT	$360.00	Apr 17, 2025	33	1635	1433	35	4639	SWEEP	BULLISH
03:29 PMMar 04, 2025	PUT	$400.00	Mar 14, 2025	-1	926	1104	75	1242	SWEEP	NEUTRAL
03:29 PMMar 04, 2025	PUT	$397.50	Mar 14, 2025	-1	652	1104	150	436	SWEEP	NEUTRAL
01:41 PMMar 04, 2025	PUT	$360.00	Jan 16, 2026	307	1017	500	26	3925	SWEEP	NEUTRAL
11:44 AMMar 04, 2025	PUT	$395.00	Apr 17, 2025	33	6056	340	66	9167	SWEEP	BULLISH
09:53 AMMar 04, 2025	PUT	$395.00	Apr 17, 2025	33	350	320	4	9167	SWEEP	BULLISH
01:04 PMMar 03, 2025	CALL	$500.00	Mar 20, 2026	370	1256	1200	252	499	TRADE	BULLISH
12:25 PMMar 03, 2025	CALL	$320.00	Apr 04, 2025	20	130	130	4	3001	TRADE	BEARISH
03:32 PMFeb 28, 2025	PUT	$390.00	Jan 16, 2026	307	725	340	40	1829	TRADE	BEARISH
03:07 PMFeb 28, 2025	PUT	$430.00	Apr 04, 2025	20	202	200	3367	6	TRADE	NEUTRAL
09:45 AMFeb 28, 2025	PUT	$395.00	Apr 17, 2025	33	3608	452	27	13412	SWEEP	BEARISH
09:40 AMFeb 28, 2025	PUT	$395.00	Apr 17, 2025	33	909	830	7	13412	SWEEP	BULLISH
03:54 PMFeb 27, 2025	CALL	$390.00	Mar 14, 2025	-1	2785	3088	831	335	SWEEP	NEUTRAL
03:53 PMFeb 27, 2025	CALL	$440.00	Jun 18, 2026	460	267	161	14	1869	SWEEP	BEARISH
03:34 PMFeb 27, 2025	CALL	$360.00	Aug 15, 2025	153	203	100	24	857	SWEEP	NEUTRAL
12:26 PMFeb 27, 2025	PUT	$435.00	Mar 21, 2025	6	256	252	12	2172	TRADE	NEUTRAL
09:30 AMFeb 27, 2025	CALL	$360.00	Aug 15, 2025	153	0	100	0	857	SWEEP	BULLISH