Microsoft (MSFT) and Amazon (AMZN) Downgraded to Neutral by Rothschild & Co Redburn on AI Capex Concerns — Stocks Slip on Nov. 18, 2025
Rothschild & Co Redburn downgraded Microsoft and Amazon to Neutral from Buy on Tuesday, citing concerns over capital intensity and slower AI monetization. Analyst Alex Haissl cut Microsoft’s price target to $500 and left Amazon’s at $250. Both stocks fell over 3% intraday, underperforming the market. The move contrasts with widespread bullish sentiment among Wall Street peers.