Billionaire Lee Cooperman’s Top 15 Long-Term Stock Picks

12. Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 279

Omega Advisors’ Stake: $45.5 million

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) is a Washington-based technology company. The first thing that makes this company stand out and worthy of investment is its financial growth, as illustrated in its report for the third quarter of 2024. For instance, operating income was $27.9 billion and increased 15%, net income was $22 billion and increased 10%, and diluted earnings per share was $2.95 and increased 10%. These figures portray the company’s strong operational efficiency and profitability. Secondly, the company introduced three leading platforms: Copilot, the Copilot stack, and a new category of Copilot devices that are purpose-built for the new AI era, including the Copilot+ PCs. These platforms reflect the company’s commitment to be at the forefront of AI innovation. Moreover, Microsoft Corp is also extending Copilot to specific industries, including healthcare. With DAX Copilot, more than 400 healthcare organizations are increasing physician productivity and reducing burnout.