Microsoft Held Up as AI Chips Sold Off. Is It the Safer Megacap Bet Now?
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Microsoft held up better than AI chipmakers as semiconductor stocks sold off, highlighting the difference between software-led AI exposure and hardware-led exposure. The article argues that Microsoft’s recurring cloud and software revenue makes it a steadier way to participate in the AI theme. It cites strong fiscal third-quarter results, including $82.9 billion in revenue, 23% EPS growth, and an AI revenue run rate of about $37 billion. It also notes heavy capital spending, continued cloud demand that exceeds capacity, and customer concentration risk tied in part to OpenAI. Overall, the piece frames Microsoft as a more diversified and potentially resilient AI megacap than chip suppliers.
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