Microsoft (MSFT) Beyond the OpenAI Hype – Should You Still Buy The Stock For Long-Term Growth?

We just covered Bill Gates’ 2026 Portfolio: Top 10 Stocks to Buy. Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) ranks #4 (see the Bill Gates’ 2026 Portfolio: Top 5 Stocks to Buy). Cracks have already started to appear in the MSFT‑OpenAI partnership, so let’s focus on Microsoft's (NASDAQ:MSFT) broader strengths. With about 39% YoY growth, Azure stands out among competitors in the cloud industry, while the overall Intelligent Cloud segment has consistently posted mid‑to‑high‑20s percentage growth. Microsoft can use its huge us ...