Is a Microsoft Stock Split Coming After 23 Years?

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Will Microsoft Follow Peers with a Stock Split?

Microsoft’s hefty share price has sparked talk of a split, but history and fundamentals say wait.

Microsoft’s share price hit $518, troubling some with its size for new investors. Unlike Nvidia, Broadcom, or Netflix, Microsoft hasn’t split its stock in over two decades. Why? The company’s strong earnings growth of 22% and revenue climbing 18% keep investor demand steady, and fractional shares make owning a sliver easier than before. A split would lower the price per share but not the value investors hold. For South African investors watching the rand (USD/ZAR), Microsoft’s moves matter less directly, but any shift in US tech sentiment can ripple through global tech stocks, including Prosus on the JSE which holds a significant Microsoft-related portfolio. Still, Microsoft’s culture and stable leadership tend toward patience. A split could come, but it’s not urgent now. this is just our opinion and not financial advice