We recently published a list of 10 Trending AI Stocks to Watch in September. Since Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT) ranks 2nd on the list, it deserves a deeper look. Sam Stovall, chief investment strategist at CFRA Research,

One of the magnificent 7 stocks, Microsoft Corporation MSFT, is part of the $3 trillion club as its shares have seen an impressive run over the past few years. However, after hitting a record high on July 5,

Microsoft's share repurchase program, which has no expiration date, replaces its previous $60 billion authorization announced four years ago. Meanwhile, investors also cheered the news that shareholders of record as of Nov. 21 will receive a quarterly dividend of 83 cents per share, up from the current 75 cents a share.

Speculation is rife about when a Microsoft stock split could come in 2024 after the monster rally in the share price. What can we expect from MSFT?

Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock is up 2.3% to trade at $441.13 this morning, propping up the Dow, after the blue-chip tech titan announced a new $60 billion share buyback plan. Microsoft also hiked its quarterly dividend by 10.7% to 83 cents per share.

Super Micro Computer, Inc.'s stock has fallen due to a delayed 10-K filing and a short report. Click for my reasons for thinking SMCI stock now presents opportunity.