Microsoft shares fell 2.49% to $403.00 amid a sector-wide rotation out of AI stocks, despite Wedbush analyst Dan Ives dismissing concerns over "AI anxiety."

  • The company announced an expanded partnership with Capgemini to deploy sovereign cloud and AI solutions for enterprise clients.
  • This collaboration focuses on meeting strict data residency requirements, strengthening Microsoft’s position in the specialized cloud market.
  • Analysts maintain a positive long-term outlook, emphasizing the company's value despite elevated capital expenditure and broader market volatility.