Based on its strong stock price jump since sharing its fiscal 2016 Q1 earnings results on Oct. 22, Microsoft ( MSFT -0.40% ) is finally rewarding longtime shareholders for their patience. With the stock up 13% since beating analyst expectations for both revenue and earnings per share, it's safe to say most investors and industry pundits liked what they heard. Combined with its solid 2.65% dividend yield, Microsoft stock offered a world of opportunity heading into fiscal 2016 Q1.