Microsoft (MSFT) stock price is up almost 4% this month, but down nearly 8% in 2022. "The market has been very volatile to start the year with concerns over oil prices, inflation, Fed rate hikes, and a war in Europe," says Jim Golan. He also states that the shift away from growth at any price started last year and continues into this year as investors have focused on shorter duration assets like energy and safety-plays.