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If you'd invested $1,000 at Microsoft's IPO, here's how much you'd have now


Published on 2025-03-04 16:01:14 - AOL
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  • If you'd been around when Microsoft went public in March of 1986, you would have been wise to buy the stock. A $1,000 investment in Microsoft at its IPO is now worth an astounding sum.

The article from AOL Finance discusses the hypothetical scenario of investing $1,000 in Microsoft stock in January 2000, just before the peak of the dot-com bubble. It highlights that despite the initial drop in stock value due to the bubble's burst, Microsoft's stock has shown significant long-term growth. If one had invested $1,000 at that time, by now, the investment would be worth over $6,000, not accounting for dividends. The piece also touches on Microsoft's evolution from a company primarily known for its Windows operating system to a diversified tech giant with interests in cloud computing, gaming, and AI, which has contributed to its stock's resilience and growth over the years. The article underscores the importance of patience and long-term investment strategies, especially in tech stocks, which can weather initial volatility to deliver substantial returns.

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