The Smartest Growth Stock to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) just hit $500 -- but that might be just the beginning. Backed by artificial intelligence (AI) growth, a powerful OpenAI partnership, and explosive Azure momentum, this stock could soon hit $600. But risks remain. In this video, I'll reveal the key signal I'm watching before loading up on more Microsoft shares.

Stock prices used were the market prices of July 15, 2025. The video was published on July 24, 2025.

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Rick Orford has positions in Microsoft. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Microsoft. The Motley Fool recommends the following options: long January 2026 $395 calls on Microsoft and short January 2026 $405 calls on Microsoft. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. Rick Orford is an affiliate of The Motley Fool and may be compensated for promoting its services. If you choose to subscribe through their link, they will earn some extra money that supports their channel. Their opinions remain their own and are unaffected by The Motley Fool.