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NASDAQ:MSFT News 15 January 2026 - 19 January 2026

Microsoft stock faces tariff jitters, Musk’s $134 billion OpenAI claim ahead of key week

Microsoft stock faces tariff jitters, Musk’s $134 billion OpenAI claim ahead of key week

Microsoft fell 2.2% in European trading Monday after President Trump threatened new tariffs on Europe, triggering a tech selloff. Nasdaq 100 futures dropped 1.25% with U.S. markets closed for the holiday. Microsoft also faces a $134 billion lawsuit from Elon Musk over OpenAI and rushed an emergency Windows patch last week.
19 January 2026
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SpaceX IPO vs OpenAI IPO in 2026: After ChatGPT ads and Musk’s lawsuit, which listing looks cleaner?

SpaceX IPO vs OpenAI IPO in 2026: After ChatGPT ads and Musk’s lawsuit, which listing looks cleaner?

Elon Musk is seeking up to $134 billion from OpenAI and Microsoft in court, raising uncertainty over a potential OpenAI IPO. OpenAI plans to test ads in ChatGPT for some U.S. users. Starlink faces major security threats in Iran as SpaceX is promoted as a possible IPO candidate. U.S. markets closed nearly flat ahead of the holiday weekend.
19 January 2026
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Quantum computing stocks stir again as IonQ jumps; what investors watch into Tuesday

Quantum computing stocks stir again as IonQ jumps; what investors watch into Tuesday

IonQ surged 6.8% to $50.80 as quantum computing stocks outperformed a flat Wall Street ahead of the holiday weekend. D-Wave rose 0.5% and announced a $550 million deal to acquire Quantum Circuits. Rigetti said its 108-qubit system will be ready by late Q1 2026. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq both slipped 0.06%.
18 January 2026
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Big Tech stocks head into short week with Nvidia China snag, Google antitrust appeal in focus

Big Tech stocks head into short week with Nvidia China snag, Google antitrust appeal in focus

Apple and Alphabet shares fell Friday, while Microsoft and Amazon posted small gains as the Magnificent Seven ended mixed. Nvidia suppliers halted H200 chip production for China after customs blocked shipments, according to reports. U.S. markets were closed Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Traders face earnings releases and a Supreme Court hearing this week.
18 January 2026
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AI stocks head into MLK Day break mixed: Nvidia and Intel slip as AMD, Broadcom firm

AI stocks head into MLK Day break mixed: Nvidia and Intel slip as AMD, Broadcom firm

AMD rose 1.7% and Broadcom gained 2.6% Friday, while Nvidia slipped 0.5% and Intel dropped 2.8% as U.S. chip and software stocks tied to AI closed mixed before the holiday weekend. The Dow fell 0.17%, S&P 500 dipped 0.06%, and the Nasdaq lost 0.06%. U.S. markets will be closed Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Traders are watching Tuesday’s reopen for possible volatility after options expiration.
18 January 2026
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Microsoft stock heads into Tuesday with Musk’s $134 billion OpenAI claim in the mix

Microsoft stock heads into Tuesday with Musk’s $134 billion OpenAI claim in the mix

Elon Musk is seeking up to $134 billion from OpenAI and Microsoft, alleging “wrongful gains” from his early investment, according to a federal court filing. OpenAI dismissed the lawsuit, while Microsoft declined comment. Microsoft shares closed Friday up 0.7% at $459.86, outpacing Apple and Alphabet. Investors await Microsoft’s earnings report on Jan. 28 as legal and AI sector developments drive volatility.
18 January 2026
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Amazon’s Europe-only AWS cloud launch puts cloud computing stocks in focus before Tuesday’s open

Amazon’s Europe-only AWS cloud launch puts cloud computing stocks in focus before Tuesday’s open

NEW YORK, Jan 17, 2026, 13:45 EST — Market closed Cloud computing stocks enter the extended U.S. weekend under fresh scrutiny after Amazon’s AWS rolled out a cloud service based solely in Europe. The move targets clients worried about data access and legal jurisdiction. (Reuters) The term “sovereign cloud” — which refers to keeping data and control within a given jurisdiction — is shifting from a niche preference to a must-have for certain regulated buyers. Investors are also pressing tougher questions about whether massive AI investments will deliver returns quickly enough. Markets shut Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day,
17 January 2026
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Nvidia stock’s next test: Trump’s AI chip tariff meets China’s H200 roadblock

Nvidia stock’s next test: Trump’s AI chip tariff meets China’s H200 roadblock

New York, Jan 17, 2026, 13:02 EST — The market has closed. Nvidia and AMD shares face a new hurdle next week after President Donald Trump signed a proclamation slapping a 25% tariff on some advanced computing chips, including Nvidia’s H200 AI processor and AMD’s MI325X. South Korea’s trade minister noted the tariff targets “advanced chips made by Nvidia and AMD.” (Reuters) This move is significant since AI-chip stocks now serve as a fast barometer for geopolitics alongside data-center demand. Tariffs act as import taxes, and even targeted rules can disrupt pricing and supply strategies in a market where buyers
17 January 2026
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Microsoft stock price: MSFT faces Musk’s $134 billion claim ahead of Jan. 28 earnings

Microsoft stock price: MSFT faces Musk’s $134 billion claim ahead of Jan. 28 earnings

New York, Jan 17, 2026, 09:35 EST — Market closed. Microsoft (MSFT) shares are heading into next week with a new legal cloud looming. Elon Musk claims he’s after as much as $134 billion from OpenAI and Microsoft over what he calls “wrongful gains.” Musk told a federal court that OpenAI made between $65.5 billion and $109.4 billion, while Microsoft pulled in $13.3 billion to $25.1 billion from his early backing. The case is set for a jury trial in April. Friday’s session saw MSFT gain 0.7%, closing at $459.86, though it’s still down roughly 3.6% on the week. (Reuters)
17 January 2026
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Microsoft stock rises after OpenAI’s ChatGPT ad test plan, as Europe probes loom

Microsoft stock rises after OpenAI’s ChatGPT ad test plan, as Europe probes loom

New York, January 16, 2026, 16:04 EST — After-hours Microsoft shares ended higher on Friday after Microsoft-backed OpenAI said it would start testing ads in ChatGPT, a shift that could open a new revenue line for one of the company’s most watched partners. (Reuters) The move lands as investors reassess how quickly AI products can pay for the data-center buildout behind them, with Microsoft’s own results due later this month. The stock market is also heading into a holiday break and a heavier stretch of earnings. (Reuters) Microsoft closed up 0.9% at $460.77. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq ended little
16 January 2026
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Microsoft stock slips as Italy probes Activision game sales and Swiss watchdog eyes Microsoft 365 fees

Microsoft stock slips as Italy probes Activision game sales and Swiss watchdog eyes Microsoft 365 fees

New York, January 16, 2026, 09:37 EST — Regular session Microsoft Corp shares slipped Friday after Italy’s competition authority launched probes into sales practices at its Activision Blizzard division, piling on fresh regulatory pressure in Europe. Early trading saw shares dip roughly 0.6% to $456.66. (Reuters) The timing couldn’t be more awkward. The probes come as Microsoft gears up to report quarterly results later this month, with investors focused on Azure growth, Copilot adoption, and the costs tied to AI data centers. (Source) There’s also a tape issue at play. Investors have been shifting away from last year’s mega-cap tech
16 January 2026
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Microsoft stock dips after Swiss watchdog probes licensing fees as earnings loom

Microsoft stock dips after Swiss watchdog probes licensing fees as earnings loom

NEW YORK, Jan 15, 2026, 16:09 EST — After-hours Shares of Microsoft Corp dipped 0.6% on Thursday, ending the day at $456.45. The drop came after Switzerland’s competition authority launched a preliminary investigation into the company’s licensing fees. (Reuters) The probe comes as investors watch closely how Microsoft bankrolls its AI expansion—and how much pricing leverage it can maintain in software and cloud deals without triggering regulatory scrutiny. (Reuters) Earnings season is picking up pace. Microsoft will release its fiscal second-quarter results after the market closes on Jan. 28, followed by a webcast at 2:30 p.m. Pacific time. (Source) The
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Amazon’s $200B AI Spending Jolt Spurs Stock Selloff as Big Tech Capex Nears $650B

Amazon’s $200B AI Spending Jolt Spurs Stock Selloff as Big Tech Capex Nears $650B

7 February 2026
Amazon shares fell Friday after the company announced a $200 billion AI infrastructure plan for 2026, exceeding analyst expectations and reviving investor concerns about profitability. Combined 2026 capex flagged by Amazon, Alphabet, Microsoft, and Meta now tops $630 billion. Nvidia, AMD, and Broadcom shares surged on the news, while software and data firms remained under pressure.
Nvidia stock jumps nearly 8% as Big Tech AI spending bets lift chipmakers and Dow tops 50,000

Nvidia stock jumps nearly 8% as Big Tech AI spending bets lift chipmakers and Dow tops 50,000

7 February 2026
Nvidia surged 7.8% Friday, leading a chip stock rally that pushed the Dow above 50,000 for the first time. The PHLX semiconductor index gained 5.7% as Advanced Micro Devices rose 8.3% and Broadcom 7.1%. Amazon fell 5.6% after projecting $200 billion in 2026 capital spending. Investors weighed a $600 billion AI infrastructure outlay against sharp losses in software shares.
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