BNP Paribas Issues Cautious Outlook on Microsoft's Stock Performance
BNP Paribas analyst Stefan Slowinski has expressed concerns about Microsoft's stock performance in 2026, citing a 17% year-to-date decline and challenges with SaaS growth. The bank acknowledges Microsoft's strong cash generation from Azure but highlights issues with Copilot traction and internal use of AI capacity. The outlook suggests near-term pain but potential for a rebound.
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