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Microsoft (MSFT) Slips Despite AI Leadership; High Costs Dent Investor Confidence

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  • Despite its strong ecosystem and AI leadership, MSFT stock has underperformed indexes like the XSW ETF.
  • Concerns over the immense costs of AI infrastructure, pressured cloud margins, and questions regarding the timeline for monetization are weighing on investor sentiment.
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