20 Stocks with the Biggest Share Buybacks

7. Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT)

Stock Buybacks in 12 Months Through September 2025: $19.96 billion

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) received positive commentary on April 27 when Barclays said the amended OpenAI agreement is favorable for Microsoft. The firm noted that Microsoft now receives revenue through 2030 and maintains intellectual property rights until 2032, while retaining an Overweight rating and $600 price target.

The same day, Evercore ISI reported that the revised partnership between Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) and OpenAI should not surprise investors, given Microsoft’s increasing interest in a broader multi-model AI strategy. Evercore added that the agreement provides greater clarity, flexibility, and economic certainty in exchange for reduced exclusivity, while maintaining an Outperform rating and $580 price target.

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) is a global technology leader founded in 1975 and headquartered in Redmond, Washington. The company develops software platforms such as Windows and Office, operates Azure cloud services, produces devices including Xbox and Surface, and remains one of the largest investors in artificial intelligence technologies.

Analyst reactions indicate Microsoft has strengthened its long-term AI economics while preserving strategic flexibility across cloud and model ecosystems. Combined with $19.96 billion of stock buybacks over the last twelve months, the company offers investors a powerful mix of innovation, leadership, and capital returns.