These Telltale Signs Cue Microsoft Investors Despite Earnings Surge; Is Microsoft A Sell Now?

Microsoft shares are being watched closely after a strong post-earnings rebound that followed a breakout above a cup-base pivot at 466.32 on July 31. The stock benefited from an earnings beat and an upbeat sales outlook, with Q4 profit growth of 30%, earnings of $4.74 per share on $90 billion in sales, and current-quarter revenue guidance of $90.4 billion versus Wall Street’s $89.7 billion estimate. However, the article turns cautious, noting that the stock has given back 10% from its breakout gain and remains vulnerable to a sell signal if it falls below the 466.32 buy point. Technical concerns include weakening volume after the breakout, the 50-day moving average sitting below the 200-day line, and a Relative Strength Rating of 59, below the preferred 80 threshold. Overall, the piece frames Microsoft as fundamentally strong but technically fragile in the near term.