Microsoft stock under pressure: AI capex math faces investor scrutiny

Microsoft shares came under pressure on August 17 as investors reassessed the company’s heavy AI infrastructure spending and the potential returns from those investments. The stock fell 3.04% to $480.35, wiping out an estimated $111.8 billion in market value, according to TS2 Tech. (Sources: TS2 Tech, FXLeaders, Yahoo Finance) ​Microsoft stock takes a hit

Aug 18, 2026 - 09:00
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Microsoft stock under pressure: AI capex math faces investor scrutiny
Microsoft shares came under pressure on August 17 as investors reassessed the company’s heavy AI infrastructure spending and the potential returns from those investments. The stock fell 3.04% to $480.35, wiping out an estimated $111.8 billion in market value, according to TS2 Tech. (Sources: TS2 Tech, FXLeaders, Yahoo Finance) ​Microsoft stock takes a hit

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