{"id":24,"date":"2014-12-19T23:28:42","date_gmt":"2014-12-19T23:28:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.equitystat.com\/wordpress\/?p=24"},"modified":"2026-05-23T19:01:59","modified_gmt":"2026-05-23T19:01:59","slug":"microsoft-investment-portfolio-discontinued","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.equitystat.com\/wordpress\/?p=24","title":{"rendered":"Microsoft Investment Portfolio Manager Discontinued \u2014 Best Alternative for Former MSN Money Users"},"content":{"rendered":"

Microsoft has officially discontinued the MSN Money Investment Portfolio Manager<\/strong>, leaving many long\u2011time users searching for a reliable replacement. The original MSN Money tool was once considered one of the best free portfolio managers available, but with its retirement, investors now need a modern solution that works across all browsers and devices.<\/p>\n

If you previously relied on Microsoft\u2019s portfolio manager, EquityStat<\/strong> offers a powerful, easy\u2011to\u2011use alternative with many of the same features \u2014 plus several important upgrades.<\/p>\n

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Why Microsoft\u2019s Investment Portfolio Manager Was Discontinued<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Microsoft\u2019s portfolio manager was built on outdated technology that modern browsers no longer support. As a result:<\/p>\n

    \n
  • Users could no longer access their portfolios<\/li>\n
  • Data became difficult or impossible to retrieve<\/li>\n
  • Microsoft retired the tool entirely<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    This left many investors without a way to track their holdings or view their historical performance.<\/p>\n

    <\/div>\n

    A Modern Replacement: EquityStat\u2019s Portfolio Manager<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    EquityStat<\/strong> provides a clean, browser\u2011based portfolio manager designed to be simple, fast, and accessible from any device. It includes many of the same features users loved in the MSN Money tool \u2014 along with several enhancements that make portfolio tracking easier and more intuitive.<\/p>\n

    <\/div>\n

    Key Features in EquityStat You Won\u2019t Find in Microsoft\u2019s Old Portfolio Manager<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    1. Instant View of Portfolio Performance<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    At login, you immediately see:<\/p>\n

      \n
    • Total portfolio value<\/li>\n
    • Total return<\/li>\n
    • Daily gain<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      No extra clicks. No searching through menus.<\/p>\n

      <\/div>\n

      2. Detailed Performance Calculations<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      For each investment, EquityStat displays:<\/p>\n

        \n
      • Current market value<\/li>\n
      • Total gain<\/li>\n
      • Daily gain<\/li>\n
      • Annualized return<\/li>\n
      • Additional performance metrics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        This gives investors a clear, accurate picture of how each position is performing.<\/p>\n

        <\/div>\n

        3. Easy Transaction Management<\/strong><\/h3>\n

        All transactions for each investment are grouped together, allowing you to:<\/p>\n

          \n
        • View<\/li>\n
        • Add<\/li>\n
        • Edit<\/li>\n
        • Delete<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          \u2026with just a few clicks.<\/p>\n

          <\/div>\n

          4. Hide or Show Sold Investments<\/strong><\/h3>\n

          Toggle between:<\/p>\n

            \n
          • A historical view of your full portfolio<\/li>\n
          • A clean view of only your currently held investments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            This makes portfolio analysis much easier.<\/p>\n

            <\/div>\n

            5. Customizable Columns<\/strong><\/h3>\n

            You can add or remove data columns, such as:<\/p>\n

              \n
            • 52\u2011week high<\/li>\n
            • 52\u2011week low<\/li>\n
            • Additional performance metrics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              This lets you tailor the portfolio view to your needs.<\/p>\n

              <\/div>\n

              6. Less Scrolling, More Data<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              EquityStat automatically adjusts to your screen size, reducing unnecessary scrolling and making better use of available space.<\/p>\n

              <\/div>\n

              7. Import From Spreadsheet or CSV<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              If your investment history is stored in a spreadsheet, you can import it directly \u2014 no manual re\u2011entry required.<\/p>\n

              <\/div>\n

              8. Generate Tax Forms<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              For sold investments, EquityStat can generate IRS Form 8949<\/strong>, which tax preparers use to calculate capital gains.<\/p>\n

              <\/div>\n

              9. Export Your Data Anytime<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              Unlike Microsoft\u2019s discontinued tool, EquityStat lets you export your transactions to a spreadsheet for permanent backup and safekeeping.<\/p>\n

              <\/div>\n

              10. Works on Any Device<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              Because EquityStat is built using HTML<\/strong>, not proprietary technology, it works on:<\/p>\n

                \n
              • Windows<\/li>\n
              • macOS<\/li>\n
              • iPad<\/li>\n
              • Android<\/li>\n
              • Any modern web browser<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                No plugins. No compatibility issues.<\/p>\n

                <\/div>\n

                11. Simple, Focused, and User\u2011Driven<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                EquityStat is designed with a single purpose: Provide a powerful, easy\u2011to\u2011use portfolio manager without distractions or unnecessary features.<\/strong><\/p>\n

                <\/div>\n

                Looking for a Replacement for Microsoft\u2019s Portfolio Manager?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

                If you were a user of the discontinued MSN Money portfolio manager, EquityStat<\/strong> offers a modern, reliable, and intuitive alternative with all the essential features \u2014 and more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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