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NASDAQ:MSFT 22 December 2025 - 26 December 2025

AI Bubble Fears Meet Record Highs: S&P 500 Near 7,000 as Big Tech’s AI Spending Surge Dominates December 26, 2025

AI Bubble Fears Meet Record Highs: S&P 500 Near 7,000 as Big Tech’s AI Spending Surge Dominates December 26, 2025

The S&P 500 closed out 2025 near a record, less than 1% from 7,000, after an eighth straight monthly gain. Technology stocks cooled since November, but gains in financials, transports, healthcare, and small caps offset the dip. The Fed cut rates by 75 basis points in 2025, bringing its benchmark to 3.50%–3.75%. Gold and silver hit new highs, with silver topping $75 per ounce for the first time.
26 December 2025
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Microsoft (MSFT) Stock: What to Know Before the Market Opens Friday, Dec. 26, 2025

Microsoft (MSFT) Stock: What to Know Before the Market Opens Friday, Dec. 26, 2025

U.S. markets reopen Dec. 26 after the Christmas break, with Microsoft last trading near $488 and a $3.85 trillion market cap. Investors are watching Microsoft’s heavy AI and cloud spending, with Q1 cloud revenue up 26% to $49 billion and capital expenditures at $34.9 billion. Wall Street remains split on near-term margin pressure versus long-term AI growth. Microsoft 365 Copilot Business for SMBs was recently launched.
25 December 2025
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Microsoft (MSFT) Stock: Key News, Analyst Forecasts, and Risks to Watch Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025

Microsoft (MSFT) Stock: Key News, Analyst Forecasts, and Risks to Watch Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025

Microsoft shares closed at $488.02 on Dec. 24, about 12% below their 52-week high. The company announced $23 billion in new AI investments, including $17.5 billion in India and over $5 billion in Canada. Microsoft will raise global Microsoft 365 prices in July 2026, with larger hikes for small business plans. U.S. markets reopen Friday after the Christmas holiday.
25 December 2025
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Cloud Computing Stocks Outlook 2026: The Biggest Winners, Risks, and Fresh Analyst Calls as AI Supercharges the Cloud (Dec. 25, 2025)

Cloud Computing Stocks Outlook 2026: The Biggest Winners, Risks, and Fresh Analyst Calls as AI Supercharges the Cloud (Dec. 25, 2025)

Global cloud infrastructure spending reached $102.6 billion in Q3 2025, up 25% from a year earlier, with AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud taking 66% of the market. Tech firms issued $428.3 billion in bonds in 2025 to fund AI and cloud expansion, while credit markets show rising caution. AWS posted 20% revenue growth, Azure 40%, and Google Cloud 36% for the quarter.
25 December 2025
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Data Center Stocks in 2025: AI Capex Forecasts, Power Constraints, and the 2026 Outlook (Dec. 25, 2025)

Data Center Stocks in 2025: AI Capex Forecasts, Power Constraints, and the 2026 Outlook (Dec. 25, 2025)

U.S. markets are closed for Christmas after an early close on December 24. Microsoft plans a $400 million data center near San Antonio, with completion expected by 2028, according to local reports. Goldman Sachs projects AI companies may invest over $500 billion in 2026, as power demand from data centers drives new records, per the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
25 December 2025
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Microsoft Stock (MSFT) After the Bell on Dec. 25, 2025: Key News, Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Dec. 26 Market Open

Microsoft Stock (MSFT) After the Bell on Dec. 25, 2025: Key News, Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Dec. 26 Market Open

U.S. markets are closed Dec. 25 for Christmas, leaving Microsoft’s last close at $488.02 after a shortened Christmas Eve session. Volume was light at 5.86 million shares, with MSFT still below its 52-week high of $555.45. The Dow and S&P 500 ended Dec. 24 at record highs. Investors await Friday’s open amid thin holiday liquidity and focus on AI headlines.
25 December 2025
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AI Stocks Today (Dec. 25, 2025): Nvidia’s Groq Deal, Big Tech AI Spending Forecasts, and the Catalysts Investors Are Watching

AI Stocks Today (Dec. 25, 2025): Nvidia’s Groq Deal, Big Tech AI Spending Forecasts, and the Catalysts Investors Are Watching

U.S. stock markets are closed for Christmas, after the Dow and S&P 500 hit record highs in a shortened Dec. 24 session, lifted by AI-linked shares. Nvidia announced a technology licensing deal with AI chip start-up Groq, hiring key Groq executives while the company continues independently. Investors are watching rising 2026 AI infrastructure forecasts and regulatory tensions.
25 December 2025
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Microsoft Stock (MSFT) After the Bell on Dec. 24, 2025: After-Hours Dip, Nadella’s AI Clampdown, and What to Watch Before the Next Open

Microsoft Stock (MSFT) After the Bell on Dec. 24, 2025: After-Hours Dip, Nadella’s AI Clampdown, and What to Watch Before the Next Open

Microsoft closed the shortened Dec. 24 session at $488.09, up 0.25%, on light holiday volume. After-hours, shares slipped to $487.81. Reports circulated that CEO Satya Nadella is taking a more direct role in Microsoft’s AI product execution, including Copilot, amid concerns about integration and competition. U.S. markets reopen Dec. 26 after the Christmas break.
24 December 2025
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AI Stocks Today (Dec. 24, 2025, 10:34 a.m. ET): Nvidia, Microsoft, Intel, Snowflake and ServiceNow in Focus as the S&P 500 Hits a Fresh Record

AI Stocks Today (Dec. 24, 2025, 10:34 a.m. ET): Nvidia, Microsoft, Intel, Snowflake and ServiceNow in Focus as the S&P 500 Hits a Fresh Record

The S&P 500 hit a new intraday record Wednesday in a shortened Christmas Eve session, driven by renewed demand for AI and tech stocks and hopes for further Fed rate cuts in 2026. Nvidia and Micron earnings reignited confidence in the AI hardware cycle. Wall Street strategists see further gains in 2026 but expect slower valuation growth, with earnings needing to drive returns.
24 December 2025
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Microsoft Stock (MSFT) News Today: CEO Steps In on Copilot, AI Spending Scrutiny, and 2026 Analyst Forecasts in a Holiday-Thin Session

Microsoft Stock (MSFT) News Today: CEO Steps In on Copilot, AI Spending Scrutiny, and 2026 Analyst Forecasts in a Holiday-Thin Session

Microsoft traded near $486.85 in light volume during the shortened U.S. session on Dec. 24, with markets set to close early for Christmas Eve. Investors remain focused on whether Microsoft’s heavy AI spending will deliver faster revenue and margin growth. CEO Satya Nadella has reportedly taken a more direct role in AI product execution, especially around Copilot performance and adoption.
24 December 2025
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AI Stocks Today (Dec. 23, 2025, 5:03): Nvidia’s China Catalyst, Data‑Center Power Strain, and Why the AI Trade Keeps Evolving

AI Stocks Today (Dec. 23, 2025, 5:03): Nvidia’s China Catalyst, Data‑Center Power Strain, and Why the AI Trade Keeps Evolving

Nvidia plans to ship H200 AI chips to China before mid-February, pending U.S. government approval, Reuters reported. President Trump said the U.S. will allow H200 sales to China with a 25% fee, reversing previous policy. AI stocks rose, with Nvidia up 3% and Amazon, Alphabet, and Broadcom each gaining at least 1% as the S&P 500 hit a record close.
23 December 2025
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Microsoft Stock After Hours: MSFT Ends Dec. 23, 2025 Higher as AI Trade Stabilizes — What to Watch Before the Dec. 24 Market Open

Microsoft Stock After Hours: MSFT Ends Dec. 23, 2025 Higher as AI Trade Stabilizes — What to Watch Before the Dec. 24 Market Open

Microsoft shares closed at $486.85 Tuesday, up 0.40%, then edged down 0.01% to $486.79 in after-hours trading. Volume was light ahead of the Christmas holiday. The stock tracked broader market gains after upbeat U.S. GDP data. Investors are watching thin holiday liquidity and renewed focus on AI spending.
23 December 2025
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AI Stocks Today: Nvidia, Microsoft, Alphabet and China’s AI Surge Reshape the 2026 Playbook (Dec. 23, 2025)

AI Stocks Today: Nvidia, Microsoft, Alphabet and China’s AI Surge Reshape the 2026 Playbook (Dec. 23, 2025)

Nvidia is set to resume H200 AI chip shipments to China by mid-February 2026 after U.S. policy shifts, while AMD’s China-compliant accelerators draw interest from Chinese cloud firms. Alphabet agreed to buy data-center developer Intersect for $4.75 billion. ByteDance plans about $23 billion in AI infrastructure spending next year. Investors are rotating attention to Chinese AI stocks amid concerns over high U.S. valuations.
23 December 2025
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Microsoft Stock News Today (Dec. 23, 2025): MSFT Holds Near $485 as Wall Street Targets $625+ on Azure and Copilot

Microsoft Stock News Today (Dec. 23, 2025): MSFT Holds Near $485 as Wall Street Targets $625+ on Azure and Copilot

Microsoft shares traded near $485 on Dec. 23, 2025, with the company’s market cap around $3.6 trillion. Wedbush reiterated a $625 price target, calling Microsoft the enterprise AI leader and predicting 2026 as a key year for AI deployment. Most analysts’ targets cluster in the low $600s. Trading volumes remained light ahead of the holidays.
23 December 2025
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AI Stocks Today (Dec. 23, 2025): China’s AI Surge, Big Tech’s Power Grab, and New Red Flags for Nvidia, Alphabet, Amazon and More

AI Stocks Today (Dec. 23, 2025): China’s AI Surge, Big Tech’s Power Grab, and New Red Flags for Nvidia, Alphabet, Amazon and More

Goldman Sachs estimates major AI firms spent nearly $400 billion on AI-related capital expenditures in 2025, with projections reaching $530 billion in 2026. Taiwan reported November export orders up 39.5% year over year, driven by AI demand. ByteDance plans $22 billion in AI infrastructure spending for 2026. Trade policy and geopolitical risks remain.
23 December 2025
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Microsoft Stock After Hours Today: MSFT Holds Near $485 as AI Bulls Talk 2026 Upside — What to Know Before Tuesday’s Open (Dec. 23, 2025)

Microsoft Stock After Hours Today: MSFT Holds Near $485 as AI Bulls Talk 2026 Upside — What to Know Before Tuesday’s Open (Dec. 23, 2025)

Microsoft shares closed at $484.92 Monday, down 0.21%, and edged up to $485.00 in after-hours trading. Trading volume was about 16 million shares. Analysts debated the pace of AI monetization as Wedbush reiterated a bullish $625 target. No major headlines moved the stock after the bell.
23 December 2025
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AI Stocks Today (Dec. 22, 2025, 1:43 p.m. ET): Nvidia’s China H200 Twist, Microsoft’s 2026 AI Outlook, Alphabet’s $4.75B Power Play and the New Risks Investors Are Watching

AI Stocks Today (Dec. 22, 2025, 1:43 p.m. ET): Nvidia’s China H200 Twist, Microsoft’s 2026 AI Outlook, Alphabet’s $4.75B Power Play and the New Risks Investors Are Watching

Nvidia plans to ship H200 AI chip modules to China by mid-February, pending regulatory approvals, Reuters reported. U.S. stocks rose late Monday morning, led by gains in technology and semiconductor shares. Trading volumes are expected to thin ahead of the Christmas holiday, with markets closing early Wednesday and shut Thursday. Investors await key U.S. economic data later this week.
22 December 2025
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Microsoft Dividend Growth in 2025: Why the Magnificent Seven Giant Is Emerging as an Income Stock Heading Into 2026

Microsoft Dividend Growth in 2025: Why the Magnificent Seven Giant Is Emerging as an Income Stock Heading Into 2026

U.S. stocks rose Monday, led by gains in technology shares on renewed artificial intelligence optimism. Microsoft drew attention for paying the largest total dividends in the S&P 500, despite a yield below 1%. Nvidia plans to ship its H200 AI chips to China by mid-February 2026. Investors are watching upcoming economic data as holiday trading volumes thin.
22 December 2025
AI Stocks Today (Dec. 22, 2025): Nvidia’s China Chip Pivot, Micron’s Memory Squeeze, and 2026 Forecasts Driving the AI Trade

AI Stocks Today (Dec. 22, 2025): Nvidia’s China Chip Pivot, Micron’s Memory Squeeze, and 2026 Forecasts Driving the AI Trade

Nvidia plans to begin shipping H200 AI chips to China by mid-February, pending Beijing approval, after the U.S. reversed restrictions and imposed a 25% fee. AI chip stocks led U.S. markets higher Monday morning, with Nvidia up 1.37% and Micron up 2.18%. Broader tech indexes also rose. Trading volume is expected to be lighter ahead of the Christmas holiday.
22 December 2025
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Microsoft Stock (MSFT) News Today: AI “Copilot” Push, Azure Growth, and Wall Street’s 2026 Forecasts (Dec. 22, 2025)

Microsoft Stock (MSFT) News Today: AI “Copilot” Push, Azure Growth, and Wall Street’s 2026 Forecasts (Dec. 22, 2025)

Microsoft shares traded near $486 on December 22, 2025, holding above spring lows but below the July peak of $555.45. Analysts at Wedbush and Evercore highlighted optimism for AI-driven growth and Azure in 2026. CEO Satya Nadella is reportedly pushing for faster Copilot improvements. A year-end tech rebound is supporting sentiment across AI stocks.
22 December 2025
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