Microsoft ( (MSFT) ) is experiencing volatility. Read on for a possible explanation for the stock’s unusual movement.
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Microsoft’s stock price has been affected by a mix of factors, notably its cloud computing platform Azure and strategic investments in artificial intelligence (AI). As analysts closely watch Azure’s projected growth, expected to pick up in the latter half of the fiscal year, there is optimism about Microsoft’s earnings potential. Despite a data breach investigation involving a Chinese AI startup, analysts remain positive about Microsoft’s future due to its strong infrastructure and AI focus, maintaining a strong buy consensus.
More about Microsoft
YTD Price Performance: 6.84%
Average Trading Volume: 21,935,354
Technical Sentiment Consensus Rating: Strong Sell
Current Market Cap: $3324.9B
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