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Apple vs Microsoft: comparing AAPL and MSFT stock
12-month growth, from 100━ AAPL +27.8% ━ MSFT +6.3%
| Metric | AAPL | MSFT |
|---|---|---|
| Price, $ | 344.17 | 535.93 |
| Year to date | +26.8% ● | +11.3% |
| 12 months | +27.8% ● | +6.3% |
| From 52-week high | −3.2% ● | −4.2% |
| vs 200-day average | +15.4% | +22.1% ● |
| P/E | 37.9 | 29.5 |
| Dividend yield | 0.31% | 0.75% ● |
| Revenue growth, YoY | +15.1% | +17.9% ● |
| Operating income growth | +18.8% | +20.1% ● |
| Operating margin | 33.0% | 47.1% ● |
| Gross margin | 48.8% | 67.7% ● |
| Market cap | $5.01T | $3.98T |
| Next earnings | Feb 4, 2027 | Jan 26, 2027 |
● — whose figure is higher, not which is better. Data as of Nov 5, 2026.
Ratings and a detailed chart for each are in the terminal.
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Which is better to buy: Apple or Microsoft?
We do not advise what to buy. By the numbers: Apple rose more over the year (+27.8%); Apple is closer to its 52-week high; Microsoft has the higher operating margin; Microsoft is growing revenue faster; Microsoft has the lower P/E. How to weigh such signs is covered in «How to analyse a stock».
Can I buy both?
Yes. Many hold several companies in one industry to avoid depending on one. A broad index fund often already holds the largest US companies.
When do they report?
Apple — Feb 4, 2027; Microsoft — Jan 26, 2027.