Guide to buying Microsoft stock in Canada

Microsoft is a software - infrastructure business based in the US. Microsoft stocks (MSFT) are listed on the NASDAQ, and all prices are listed in US Dollars.

Microsoft employs 228,000 staff and has a trailing 12-month revenue of around $293.8 billion.

Keep reading to see up-to-date Microsoft stock price and performance data, along with a step-by-step guide for how to buy Microsoft stock in Canada.

Microsoft (MSFT) stock summary

Company stock name	Microsoft Corporation
Stock ticker symbol	MSFT
Exchange	NASDAQ
52-week stock price range	$342.95 – $553.50
Where to buy Microsoft stock	Buy on CIBC Investor's Edge

All amounts in this table are in USD.

Can I buy Microsoft stock in Canada?

Yes, you can buy Microsoft stock in Canada. You simply need to open a brokerage account with an online trading platform that supports stocks on the NASDAQ exchange. Platforms like Interactive Brokers will allow you to directly buy Microsoft stock from within Canada.

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Microsoft stock chart (NASDAQ: MSFT)

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Microsoft stock price

We'll update this guide as more Microsoft stock information becomes available.

Is Microsoft stock a buy or sell right now?

The technical analysis gauge above shows real-time buy or sell ratings and analysis for Microsoft stock based on your selected timeframe. It uses three widely followed indicators—moving averages, oscillators and pivots—but this does not represent investment advice or a guarantee of success. Finder may not concur with these signals and accepts no responsibility for the performance of your stocks.

Can I buy Microsoft stock on the TSX?

No, you cannot buy Microsoft stock on the TSX because Microsoft stock is not listed on the TSX. Instead, Microsoft stock is listed on the NASDAQ under the symbol "MSFT."

That said, if you're wondering how to invest in Microsoft stock in Canada, you still have the option to do so by opening a trading account with a Canadian brokerage that gives you access to NASDAQ, like Interactive Brokers.

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Microsoft stock dividends

Microsoft dividend payout ratio: 24.18% of net profits

Recently Microsoft has paid out, on average, around 24.18% of net profits as dividends. That has enabled analysts to estimate a "forward annual dividend yield" of 0.74% of the current stock value.

This means that, over a year, based on recent payouts (which are sadly no guarantee of future payouts), Microsoft shareholders could enjoy a 0.74% return on their shares in the form of dividend payments. In Microsoft's case, that would currently equate to about $3.40 per share.

While Microsoft's payout ratio might seem low, this can signify that Microsoft is investing more in its future growth.

Microsoft's next dividend payout is expected around December 11, 2025. To benefit, you'll need to buy Microsoft stocks before November 20, 2025 (the "ex-dividend date").

Microsoft stock performance metrics

Here are some common key metrics for Microsoft stock that analysts often use to help gauge a stock's value—P/E ratio, PEG ratio and EBITDA.

• Microsoft's P/E ratio

  Microsoft's current share price divided by its per-share earnings (EPS) over the past 12 months gives a trailing price/earnings (P/E) ratio of roughly 36x. In other words, Microsoft shares trade at around 36 times recent earnings.

  That's relatively high compared to, say, the trailing 12-month P/E ratio for the NASDAQ 100 at the end of 2019 (27.29). The high P/E ratio could mean that investors are optimistic about the outlook for the stock or simply that they're over-valued.

• Microsoft's PEG ratio

  Microsoft's price/earnings-to-growth (PEG) ratio is calculated by dividing its P/E ratio by its earnings growth, which comes out to about 2.1546. A lower ratio can suggest a stock offers better value, while a higher ratio may suggest worse value.

  The PEG ratio provides a broader view than the P/E ratio alone, as it factors in Microsoft's expected earnings growth. By accounting for growth, investors can use the PEG ratio to compare the valuations of multiple high-growth companies.

• Microsoft's EBITDA

  Microsoft's EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization) is $166.4 billion. EBITDA is a measure of a company's overall financial performance and is often used as a proxy for a company's profitability.

Has Microsoft stock ever split?

Microsoft's stocks were split on a 2:1 basis on February 17, 2003. So, if you had owned 1 share the day before before the split, the next day you'd have owned 2 shares. This wouldn't directly have changed the overall worth of your Microsoft stocks, just the quantity.

However, indirectly, the new 50% lower stock price could have impacted the market appetite for Microsoft stocks, which in turn could have impacted Microsoft's stock price.

How volatile is Microsoft stock?

Over the last 12 months, Microsoft's stocks price has ranged from $342.95 to as high as $553.50. Microsoft's beta measurement of stock volatility is 1.07. For comparison, the market () average beta is 1. This would suggest that Microsoft's stocks are a little bit more volatile than the average for this exchange and represent, relatively-speaking, a slightly higher risk (but potentially also market-beating returns).

Some analysists use "beta" to gauge a stock's volatility. Beta is a popular way to measure a stocks volatility in relation to the market. Here is a breakdown of Microsoft's beta stock volatility rating.

Microsoft Corporation company and revenue performance

Market Capitalization The total market value of Microsoft's outstanding shares	$3.7 trillion
Gross profit (TTM)	$202 billion
Operating margin (TTM)	48.87%
Profit margin	35.71%
Revenue (TTM)	$293.8 billion
Return on assets (TTM)	14.66%
Return on equity (TTM)	32.24%
Earnings per share (TTM)	$13.68
50-day moving stock price average The average share price over the last 50 days	$510.59
200-day moving stock price average The average share price over the last 200 days	$468.00

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 4, 2025.

Microsoft company profile

Microsoft Corporation develops and supports software, services, devices, and solutions worldwide. The company's Productivity and Business Processes segment offers Microsoft 365 Commercial, Enterprise Mobility + Security, Windows Commercial, Power BI, Exchange, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Security and Compliance, and Copilot; Microsoft 365 Commercial products, such as Windows Commercial on-premises and Office licensed services; Microsoft 365 Consumer products and cloud services, such as Microsoft 365 Consumer subscriptions, Office licensed on-premises, and other consumer services; LinkedIn; Dynamics products and cloud services, such as Dynamics 365, cloud-based applications, and on-premises ERP and CRM applications.

Its Intelligent Cloud segment provides Server products and cloud services, such as Azure and other cloud services, GitHub, Nuance Healthcare, virtual desktop offerings, and other cloud services; Server products, including SQL and Windows Server, Visual Studio and System Center related Client Access Licenses, and other on-premises offerings; Enterprise and partner services, including Enterprise Support and Nuance professional Services, Industry Solutions, Microsoft Partner Network, and Learning Experience. The company's Personal Computing segment provides Windows and Devices, such as Windows OEM licensing and Devices and Surface and PC accessories; Gaming services and solutions, such as Xbox hardware, content, and services, first- and third-party content Xbox Game Pass, subscriptions, and Cloud Gaming, advertising, and other cloud services; search and news advertising services, such as Bing and Copilot, Microsoft News and Edge, and third-party affiliates.

It sells its products through OEMs, distributors, and resellers; and online and retail stores. The company was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Redmond, Washington.

• Common company-related questions about Microsoft

  What percentage of Microsoft is owned by insiders or institutions?
  Currently 0.067% of Microsoft stocks are held by insiders and 75.689% by institutions.

  How many people work for Microsoft?
  Latest data suggests 228,000 work at Microsoft.

  When does the fiscal year end for Microsoft?
  Microsoft's fiscal year ends in June.

  Where is Microsoft based?
  Microsoft's address is: One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA, United States, 98052-6399

  What is Microsoft's ISIN number?
  Microsoft's international securities identification number is: US5949181045

  What is Microsoft's CUSIP number?
  Microsoft's Committee on Uniform Securities Identification Procedures number is: 594918104

Compare trading platforms to buy Microsoft Corporation stock

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Do I have to pay tax on gains from Microsoft stock sales in Canada?

Yes, you'll need to pay taxes in Canada on investment income, which includes any profit from selling Microsoft stock. The CRA taxes investment income from stocks in Canada based on three main factors:

1. Investment income. Investment income includes money earned from interest, dividends or capital gains, which may affect how much you have to pay in taxes on stock sales in Canada.
2. Investor type. Your investment income will be taxed differently depending on whether you're a regular investor or a day trader (which means you buy and trade stocks on a daily basis as your primary form of income).
3. Tax bracket. The higher your tax bracket, the more you'll pay on income from stock sales. Your tax bracket depends on your gross income (minus deductions).

You can learn more about the tax implications of selling stocks in Canada here.

Frequently asked questions about Microsoft stock

• Can I buy Microsoft stock directly as a Canadian investor?

  Yes, Canadian investors can buy Microsoft stock directly through various online brokerage platforms available in Canada. You can compare trading platform options and fees for buying Microsoft stock in our table here.

• Can Canadians buy American stocks?

  Yes, Canadians can buy American stocks through Canadian trading platforms that give access to American stock exchanges such as the NYSE and Nasdaq. The good news is that most Canadian brokerage platforms, like Questrade, Interactive Brokers, Moomoo and Wealthsimple, give access to US exchanges. Read our full guide on how to buy US stocks in Canada to learn more.

• Can I buy fractional shares of Microsoft stock?

  Yes, it may be possible to buy fractional shares of Microsoft stock depending on the trading platform you're signed up with. Fractional shares can allow you to invest in Microsoft stock even when you can't afford its full share price. You can read our full guide to how fractional shares work to learn more.

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