Microsoft P/E Ratio

Microsoft (MSFT) currently reports a P/E ratio of 29.39. That is above the Technology sector average of 14.35. Use the charts on this page to explore Microsoft's P/E ratio history and peer comparisons.

Microsoft's P/E ratio of 29.39 is higher than the Technology sector average of 14.35. That is roughly 104.8% above the sector mean. A reading higher peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

The P/E ratio is a valuation multiple that relates Microsoft's market price to a fundamental measure such as earnings, sales, or book value. At 29.39, MSFT can look expensive or cheap only in context — versus its own history, growth rate, and Technology peers. Higher multiples often price in stronger expected growth; lower ones can signal value or concern.

Start with the current P/E ratio of 29.39, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Technology average is 14.35. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Microsoft, and consider following MSFT for alerts when major investors trade the stock.

Microsoft is classified in the Technology sector. On P/E ratio, it currently shows 29.39 versus a sector average near 14.35. Sector peers often share similar capital intensity and growth regimes, so relative rankings inside Technology are usually more informative than comparing MSFT with unrelated industries.