Microsoft shares remained flat on January 10, 2026, as investors continued to focus on recent analyst commentary suggesting the stock has been punished due to the company's willingness to "spend a fortune on AI."

  • The stock has fallen about 9% over the past three months, despite reporting strong fiscal Q1 results, robust Azure growth, and continued Copilot adoption.
  • Investor focus remains heavily centered on record capital expenditures, including an $80 billion buildout for AI infrastructure.
  • Shares last traded at $479.28, with after-hours indications near $479.00.