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Story summary
- Microsoft Corp. posted Q4 earnings that added $450 billion to its market cap.
- Traders can sell an August 21 2026 weekly $412.50/$485 short strangle for a $7.30-per-share credit, with a $405.20 put break-even and an 8.5% rise needed for the call in 21 days.
- If assigned, the trade returns 1.6% in 21 days (about 28%) and results in buying at $405.20 or selling at $492.30 while Microsoft trades at 22.6× earnings near the 20-year midpoint.
