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In the wake of its blockbuster fiscal 2025 performance driven by surging Azure and artificial intelligence (AI)-related growth, Microsoft (MSFT) has sparked optimism among analysts about further upside potential. While the stock recently climbed to its 52-week high of $555.45 on July 31, some bullish forecasts are even targeting the elusive $680 mark, which is the current Street high and a level that would represent a 30% upside from current prices.
But alongside this enthusiasm, tempered by cautious macroeconomic headwinds, is $680 a realistic milestone for Microsoft or a stretch too far?