Microsoft Option Alert: Mar 21 $415 Puts at the Ask: 4507 vs 9951 OI

Microsoft Option Alert: Mar 21 $415 Puts at the Ask: 4507 @ $7.9 vs 9951 OI; Ref=$417.56

Microsoft Option Alert: Dec, 2026 $480 Calls at the Bid: 300 vs 2907 OI

Microsoft Option Alert: Dec, 2026 $480 Calls at the Bid: 300 @ $44.1 vs 2907 OI; Ref=$417.365

Microsoft Option Alert: Jun 20 $420 Puts at the Ask: 500 vs 6029 OI

Microsoft Option Alert: Jun 20 $420 Puts at the Ask: 500 @ $25.1 vs 6029 OI; Ref=$408.475

Microsoft Option Alert: Jun, 2027 $380 Puts at the Ask: 150 vs 64 OI

Microsoft Option Alert: Jun, 2027 $380 Puts at the Ask: 150 @ $35.95 vs 64 OI; Ref=$407.37

Microsoft Option Alert: Jun, 2027 $380 Puts Sweep (4) near the Ask: 150 vs 64 OI

Microsoft Option Alert: Jun, 2027 $380 Puts Sweep (4) near the Ask: 150 @ $36.078 vs 64 OI; Ref=$407.23

Microsoft Option Alert: Dec 19 $240 Calls at the Ask: 80 vs 173 OI

Microsoft Option Alert: Dec 19 $240 Calls at the Ask: 80 @ $176.55 vs 173 OI; Ref=$407.83

Microsoft Option Alert: Aug 15 $360 Calls at the Bid: 100 vs 889 OI

Microsoft Option Alert: Aug 15 $360 Calls at the Bid: 100 @ $63.01 vs 889 OI; Ref=$407.61

Microsoft Option Alert: Dec, 2027 $210 Calls at the Bid: 25 vs 1237 OI

Microsoft Option Alert: Dec, 2027 $210 Calls at the Bid: 25 @ $222.0 vs 1237 OI; Ref=$408.1943

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Microsoft develops and licenses consumer and enterprise software. It is known for its Windows operating systems and Office productivity suite. The company is organized into three equally sized broad segments: productivity and business processes (legacy Microsoft Office, cloud-based Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Skype, LinkedIn, Dynamics), intelligence cloud (infrastructure- and platform-as-a-service offerings Azure, Windows Server OS, SQL Server), and more personal computing (Windows Client, Xbox, Bing search, display advertising, and Surface laptops, tablets, and desktops).

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마이크로소프트(NASDAQ:MSFT)는 가장 야심찬 기술인 마요라나(Majorana) 1을 공개했다. 이 양자 칩은 전혀 새로운 물질 상태인 토포컨덕터스(topoconductors)를 기반으로 하며, CEO 사티아 나델라가 &#34;전혀 새로운 물질 상태&#34;라고 부른 것다.

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4분기 기관 투자자들, 정치적 불확실성 속에서 헬스케어 부문 축소, 기술주와 금융주에 집중

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마이크로소프트(NASDAQ: MSFT)의 &#39;마요라나 1&#39; 양자 칩 출시 이후 가파른 하락세를 보였던 양자 컴퓨팅 주식이 다시 상승세를 보이고 있다. 미국 증권거래위원회(SEC)의 13F 서류에 기반해 양자 컴퓨팅 종목의 상위 5개 보유자를 살펴보자.

지난 4분기 리제티, D-웨이브, 아이온큐, 퀀텀 컴퓨팅 등 양자 주식에 누가 많이 투자했을까?

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OpenAI said its AI agent Operator is now being <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/openai/status/1892832374997631250?s=46" rel="noreferrer noopener">launched </a>for ChatGPT&nbsp;Pro users in Australia, Brazil, Canada, India, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, the U.K., and in most regions where ChatGPT is accessible.
Operator, which was launched in January was <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43186741/openai-debuts-operator-ai-agent-that-performs-web-tasks-but-early-error-has-sam-altman-scrambling-for-a-quick-fix" rel="noreferrer noopener">initially available in the U.S.</a> for subscribers of OpenAI&#8217;s $200 per month&nbsp;ChatGPT Pro tier.
The AI agent utilizes a &#8220;Computer-Using Agent&#8221; framework, combining GPT -4&#8217;s vision abilities with enhanced reasoning through reinforcement learning, enabling it to engage with graphical user interfaces (GUIs).
Shortly after its release, a user noted a limitation in Operator's news site access, prompting&nbsp;Sam Altman, OpenAI's CEO, to acknowledge the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/24/11/41964846/openais-operator-ai-agent-will-perform-tasks-like-coding-travel-booking-and-more-launch-expected-in-january-next-year-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">issue and promise a swift fix.</a>
OpenAI mentioned that Operator has the ability to &#8220;see&#8221; through screenshots and &#8220;interact&#8221; by simulating mouse and keyboard actions, allowing it to carry out tasks on the web without the need for custom API integrations.
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Recently, BofA analyst pointed to OpenAI&#8217;s demonstration of Operator which shows the AI agent ordering food from Instacart using a recipe to add each ingredient to the shopping cart.
The collaborations with Uber, Instacart and DoorDash are in the early stages and BofA analyst expects the possibility of long-term partnerships allowing for more <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/travel/25/01/43204654/openai-ai-agent-operator-could-boost-instacart-uber-doordash-says-analyst" rel="noreferrer noopener">streamlined and/or additional services offered.&nbsp;</a>
OpenAI said that efforts are ongoing to make Operator accessible in the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Liechtenstein, and Iceland.
The market is highly competitive, with companies like Google, Anthropic, and Rabbit developing agents capable of executing similar functions, reported <a target="_blank" href="https://techcrunch.com/2025/02/21/openai-rolls-out-its-ai-agent-operator-in-several-countries/" rel="noreferrer noopener">TechCrunch</a>.
Meanwhile, Google&#8217;s project is currently on a waitlist, Anthropic provides access to its agent interface through an API, and Rabbit&#8217;s action model is exclusive to users who own its device, per the report.
Last week, OpenAI said it is planning to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43682008/openai-phases-out-standalone-o3-gpt-5-to-offer-unified-aialtman-reveals-vague-release-timelines-after-admitting-we-hate-the-model-picker-as-much-as-you-do" rel="noreferrer noopener">simplify its AI products </a>by discontinuing the standalone &#8216;o3&#8217; model and that the forthcoming GPT-4.5, internally referred to as Orion, will be the final non-chain-of-thought model.
Recently, billionaire Elon Musk led group of investors proposed a $97.4 billion acquisition bid. However, OpenAI rejected the proposal and is said to be considering to grant special voting rights to<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/02/43780644/sam-altmans-openai-reportedly-considers-special-voting-rights-to-thwart-elon-musks-acquisition-attempt-and-defend-future-unsolicited-bids" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> avoid future unsolicited take over bids.</a>
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Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) unveiled<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MSFT/news"> its most ambitious tech</a> yet—Majorana 1. This quantum chip, built on an entirely new state of matter called topoconductors, is what CEO Satya Nadella calls "an entirely new state of matter."
The chip harnesses elusive Majorana fermions, first theorized in 1937 and detected by Microsoft&#8217;s team only in 2022. Nadella claims this breakthrough could bring practical quantum computing to life in mere years, not decades.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Quantum Hype Meets MSFT Stock&#8217;s Looming Death Cross</h2>
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While the innovation has scientists buzzing, MSFT stock tells a different story. The stock is now flirting with a Death Cross—a bearish technical signal triggered when the 50-day moving average falls below the 200-day moving average.
MSFT stock sits at $416.13, below its 20-day SMA of $418.43 and its 50-day SMA of $427.61. The 200-day average looms at $426.36. The trend is clear: bearish.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Investor Implications: Bullish Breakthrough, Bearish Chart</h2>
While Microsoft's quantum push could reshape the tech landscape, traders are eyeing the charts, not the labs. The Death Cross often signals further downside, and with MSFT already down 0.59% year-to-date, caution seems warranted.
Unless quantum computing can bend the stock market's laws of gravity, the near-term outlook for MSFT appears more grounded than groundbreaking.
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Microsoft's Quantum Leap Hits A Technical Snag: Death Cross Looms Large

In the fast-paced and highly competitive business world of today, conducting thorough company analysis is essential for investors and industry observers. In this article, we will conduct an extensive industry comparison, evaluating Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) in relation to its major competitors in the Software industry. Through a detailed examination of key financial metrics, market standing, and growth prospects, our objective is to provide valuable insights and illuminate company's performance in the industry.
<h3>Microsoft Background</h3>
Microsoft develops and licenses consumer and enterprise software. It is known for its Windows operating systems and Office productivity suite. The company is organized into three equally sized broad segments: productivity and business processes (legacy Microsoft Office, cloud-based Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Skype, LinkedIn, Dynamics), intelligence cloud (infrastructure- and platform-as-a-service offerings Azure, Windows Server OS, SQL Server), and more personal computing (Windows Client, Xbox, Bing search, display advertising, and Surface laptops, tablets, and desktops).
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<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Microsoft Corp</td>
<td>33.53</td>
<td>10.22</td>
<td>11.88</td>
<td>8.17%</td>
<td>$36.79</td>
<td>$47.83</td>
<td>12.27%</td>
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<td>Oracle Corp</td>
<td>43.03</td>
<td>35.81</td>
<td>9.11</td>
<td>25.66%</td>
<td>$5.75</td>
<td>$9.97</td>
<td>8.64%</td>
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<td>ServiceNow Inc</td>
<td>141.52</td>
<td>20.80</td>
<td>18.37</td>
<td>4.06%</td>
<td>$0.62</td>
<td>$2.33</td>
<td>21.34%</td>
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<td>Palo Alto Networks Inc</td>
<td>112.32</td>
<td>20.65</td>
<td>16.44</td>
<td>4.35%</td>
<td>$0.41</td>
<td>$1.66</td>
<td>14.29%</td>
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<td>CrowdStrike Holdings Inc</td>
<td>855.18</td>
<td>35.13</td>
<td>29.16</td>
<td>-0.57%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.76</td>
<td>28.52%</td>
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<td>Fortinet Inc</td>
<td>50.54</td>
<td>58.60</td>
<td>14.80</td>
<td>43.82%</td>
<td>$0.66</td>
<td>$1.24</td>
<td>10.08%</td>
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<td>Gen Digital Inc</td>
<td>26.78</td>
<td>7.83</td>
<td>4.39</td>
<td>7.48%</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$0.79</td>
<td>4.01%</td>
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<td>Monday.Com Ltd</td>
<td>496.79</td>
<td>14.91</td>
<td>16.61</td>
<td>2.3%</td>
<td>$-0.02</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>6.76%</td>
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<td>CommVault Systems Inc</td>
<td>48.65</td>
<td>28.26</td>
<td>8.86</td>
<td>3.9%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>21.13%</td>
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<td>Dolby Laboratories Inc</td>
<td>30.49</td>
<td>3.16</td>
<td>6.09</td>
<td>2.72%</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>$0.32</td>
<td>13.13%</td>
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<td>QXO Inc</td>
<td>22.95</td>
<td>1.18</td>
<td>20.91</td>
<td>-0.21%</td>
<td>$-0.03</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
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<td>Qualys Inc</td>
<td>29.98</td>
<td>10.69</td>
<td>8.57</td>
<td>9.49%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>3.46%</td>
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<td>SolarWinds Corp</td>
<td>28.61</td>
<td>2.24</td>
<td>4.01</td>
<td>5.26%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.19</td>
<td>6.14%</td>
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<td>Progress Software Corp</td>
<td>36.73</td>
<td>5.59</td>
<td>3.34</td>
<td>0.27%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.18</td>
<td>21.47%</td>
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<td>Teradata Corp</td>
<td>20.60</td>
<td>17.20</td>
<td>1.34</td>
<td>19.38%</td>
<td>$0.08</td>
<td>$0.27</td>
<td>-7.05%</td>
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<td>Rapid7 Inc</td>
<td>81.70</td>
<td>116.63</td>
<td>2.45</td>
<td>38.08%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.15</td>
<td>0.75%</td>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>135.06</td>
<td>25.25</td>
<td>10.96</td>
<td>11.07%</td>
<td>$0.55</td>
<td>$1.23</td>
<td>10.04%</td>
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 </style>By thoroughly analyzing Microsoft, we can discern the following trends: 
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The stock's Price to Earnings ratio of 33.53 is lower than the industry average by 0.25x, suggesting potential value in the eyes of market participants.
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With a Price to Book ratio of 10.22, significantly falling below the industry average by 0.4x, it suggests undervaluation and the possibility of untapped growth prospects.
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With a relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 11.88, which is 1.08x the industry average, the stock might be considered overvalued based on sales performance.
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The Return on Equity (ROE) of 8.17% is 2.9% below the industry average, suggesting potential inefficiency in utilizing equity to generate profits.
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The company has higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $36.79 Billion, which is 66.89x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
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The gross profit of $47.83 Billion is 38.89x above that of its industry, highlighting stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
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With a revenue growth of 12.27%, which surpasses the industry average of 10.04%, the company is demonstrating robust sales expansion and gaining market share.
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<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
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The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is a financial metric that helps determine the level of financial risk associated with a company's capital structure.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By analyzing Microsoft in relation to its top 4 peers based on the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following insights can be derived:
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Compared to its top 4 peers, Microsoft has a stronger financial position indicated by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.21.
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This suggests that the company relies less on debt financing and has a more favorable balance between debt and equity, which can be seen as a positive attribute by investors.
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</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Microsoft in the Software industry, the PE and PB ratios suggest the stock is undervalued compared to peers, indicating potential for growth. However, the high PS ratio implies the stock may be overvalued based on revenue. In terms of ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth, Microsoft shows strong performance, outperforming industry peers and indicating a healthy financial position for future growth.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Investigating Microsoft's Standing In Software Industry Compared To Competitors

Good Morning Traders! In today&#8217;s Market Clubhouse Morning Memo, we will discuss SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, and TSLA.
Our proprietary formula, exclusive to Market Clubhouse, dictates these price levels. This dynamic equation takes into account price, volume, and options flow. These levels are updated every day and shared with all Clubhouse Members, prior to the opening of the market.
We recommend closely monitoring these stocks, and be prepared to leverage potential breakouts or reversals. As always, stay alert and ready to adjust your tactics based on the market&#8217;s pulse to optimize your trading gains. Now, let&#8217;s dive into the stock analysis:
SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (SPY)
The SPY is currently auctioning around our level of 611.39. For the bulls, we want to see an initial push higher to 612.68. If price action holds strong above 612.68, we&#8217;re looking for buyers to bring the price to our support level of 613.46. If 613.46 remains firm during regular trading hours, we anticipate a move toward 614.75. Our high bull target for SPY today is 615.74.
If 611.39 is unable to hold as support, we expect the bears to test 610.63. If sellers gain momentum, the next downside level to watch is 609.33. A break below this level on increased selling could bring a test of 608.35. If the session turns aggressively bearish, our low bear target for the day is 607.55.
Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1 (QQQ)
The QQQ is currently auctioning around our key level of 539.02. For the bulls, we need to see price hold above 539.02. If this level remains intact as support, we anticipate a move toward 540.60. Continued buying could bring 542.31 into play, and if momentum stays strong, a push higher to 543.58 is likely. Our high bull target for the QQQ today is 545.14.
If 539.02 fails to hold as support, we expect sellers to step in and drive the auction down to 538.06. If bearish pressure continues, the next test will be 536.95. Further selling could bring a retest of 535.30, and if weakness persists, our low bear target on the day is 534.60.
Apple Inc. (AAPL)
Apple is currently auctioning around our level of 245.58. For the bulls, we want to see 245.58 held as support for an upside move to 246.72. If buyers maintain control, the next upside level to watch is 248.12. Continued strength in the auction could bring Apple toward our high bull target for the day at 249.04.
If 245.58 fails to hold as support, we expect a test of 244.45. If selling pressure increases, the next downside level is 243.57. Continued weakness could bring 242.83 into play, and if the auction extends lower, our low bear target for Apple is 242.21.
Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>)
Microsoft is currently auctioning around our level of 417.25. For the bulls, we need to see 417.25 hold as support and a rally to 419.17. If buyers sustain momentum, the next upside level is 420.26. A strong bullish auction could bring Microsoft toward our high bull target of 421.62.
If 417.25 cannot hold as support, we expect a move lower to 416.32. Further selling pressure could push the price down to 414.56. If weakness persists, the next level to watch is 413.14, and if bearish momentum accelerates, our low bear target for Microsoft today is 411.72.
NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) NVIDIA is currently auctioning around our key level of 140.28. For the bulls, we want to see buyers push the price higher to 141.21 and hold that level as support. If strength continues, we expect a test of 142.35. Continued bullish momentum could lead to an upside move toward 144.21. The high bull target for NVIDIA today is 145.61.
If 140.28 fails to act as support, we anticipate a move lower to 139.42. If sellers gain control, the next downside test is 138.55. Continued selling could bring a retest of 137.94, and if weakness persists, the low bear target for NVIDIA today is 136.98.
Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)
Alphabet is currently auctioning around our level of 184.52. For the bulls, we need to see 184.52 hold as support, leading to an upside move toward 186.02. If momentum remains strong, buyers could push the price higher to 186.68, which is our high bull target for the day.
If 184.52 fails to hold as support, we expect sellers to test 183.40. If selling continues, the next downside level to watch is 181.77. Should weakness persist, the auction could move toward our low bear target for Alphabet at 180.46.
Meta Platforms Inc (META)
Meta is currently auctioning around our level of 699.93. For the bulls, we want to see 699.93 hold as support and push the price higher to 704.07. If buyers remain in control, we anticipate a move toward 708.06. Continued upside momentum could bring the auction to our high bull target of 712.14.
If 699.93 fails as support, we expect sellers to take control and push the price lower to 695.62. A break below this level could bring a retest of 692.10. If selling pressure persists, we expect the auction to move toward our low bear target for Meta at 689.09.
Tesla Inc. (TSLA)
Tesla is currently auctioning around our key level of 356.80. For the bulls, we need to see price push higher to 363.84. If buying continues, the next level of interest is 370.22. If the market supports a bullish rally, Tesla could test 378.79. If strong buy-side momentum emerges, our high bull target for Tesla today is 384.07.
If 356.80 fails to hold as support, we anticipate a move lower to 350.87. Continued selling pressure could bring 346.64 into play. If this level fails to hold, sellers may drive Tesla down to our low bear target at 340.97.
Final Word: The market finishes the week with key economic reports, including the Preliminary S&amp;P Global Manufacturing PMI, Services PMI, and Composite PMI for February at 9:45 AM ET. Shortly after, at 10:00 AM ET, we receive the Final University of Michigan Sentiment Report, covering Current Conditions and Inflation Expectations for both the 1-Year and 5-10 Year periods. Additionally, Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem is scheduled to speak at 12:30 PM ET. Today is also MOPEX Friday, and we are exactly one month from triple witching, which could introduce increased volatility. Manage risk accordingly, trade smart, and have a strong finish to the week!
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SPY: How High or Low Could It Potentially Go Today?

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/taiwan" rel="noreferrer noopener">Taiwan&#8217;s Financial Supervisory Commission</a> is exploring the removal of the 30% cap for constituent member stocks in the market capitalization of local index ETFs.
The Taiwanese regulator may approve appropriate amendments in the first half of this year, Bloomberg <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-02-21/taiwan-considers-lifting-weighting-cap-on-etfs-as-tsmc-surges?sref=TBDibEcD" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> on Friday.
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Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>) member weighting in local equity benchmark Taiex climbed to 37%, making adjustments in ETF products tracking the index difficult.
The chipmaker stock surged 140% since the global artificial intelligence investing frenzy in late 2022. Taiwan Semiconductor stock surged 60% in the last 12 months. It is the key supplier of AI chips for Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) GPUs and Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) smartphones.
The AI frenzy is in no mood to slow down. Reportedly, Microsoft Corp&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/01/43316522/not-just-deepseek-alibaba-unveils-ai-model-to-rival-openais-operator" rel="noreferrer noopener">committed $80 billion</a> in AI infrastructure spending&nbsp;for 2025, and&nbsp;Meta Platforms Inc&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>)&nbsp;earmarked $60-65 billion.
The Taiwanese contract chipmaker&#8217;s rumored Intel Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) deal could <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/02/43815191/taiwan-semiconductors-potential-intel-takeover-could-widen-gap-threatening-samsungs-chip-business-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">expand its market share</a> to 75% (up from 64.9% in the third quarter of 2024) and could further increase the market cap of the stock.
Taiwan looks to boost U.S. trade and defense ties, addressing President Donald Trump&#8217;s chip concerns as the chipmaker invests <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43727973/taiwan-semiconductor-eyes-us-expansion-amid-taiwans-push-for-bigger-investments-and-advanced-chip-production" rel="noreferrer noopener">$65 billion in Arizona fabs</a>.
Trump had verbally attacked Taiwan since his presidential campaign days for allegedly undermining U.S. manufacturing of semiconductor chips, including the lack of a formal defense treaty between the Chinese-claimed Taiwan as its most significant international backer and arms supplier.
Trump also criticized Taiwan for its trade surplus with the U.S.. He threatened to impose 100% tariffs on Taiwan-made chips. Reportedly, Trump plans to scrap the US CHIPS and Science Act, which Taiwan Semiconductor is a significant beneficiary of.
Meanwhile, Taiwan Semiconductor ramped up U.S. expansion, spending $17.14 billion on advanced chips and packaging as Taiwan seeks a global AI chip alliance.
Investors can gain exposure to Taiwan Semiconductor through VanEck Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMH#NASDAQ">SMH</a>) and iShares Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NASDAQ">SOXX</a>).
Price Action:&nbsp;TSM stock traded higher by 0.75% to $201.60 premarket at the last check on Friday.
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Institutional investors were bullish on technology and financials during the fourth quarter of 2024 as these sectors saw major inflows, according to 13F filings with the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC). Investors were seen pulling back from the healthcare sector.
What Happened: 13F filings are mandatory reports filed by the managers overseeing at least $100 million in assets filed with the SEC. Adam Turnquist, the chief technical strategist at LPL Financial analyses the big rotation in the holdings of such funds for the fourth quarter.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tech&#8217;s Resurgence and Financial Gains</h3>
The results of the U.S. presidential elections, hopes for deregulation, and the possibility of increased lending activity in the wake of Fed rate cuts led the investors to bump their stakes in technology and financials in the fourth quarter according to Turnquist.
After a slight dip in the third quarter, tech holdings surged by 0.7%, reflecting confidence in the sector&#8217;s growth potential. Rotation into financials increased by 0.6%.
&#8220;Communication services and consumer discretionary allocations both increased 0.5% from the third quarter, while allocations toward exchange-traded funds rose 0.4%,&#8221; according to LPL Financial&#8217;s note.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Healthcare Under Pressure</h3>
On the other hand, healthcare experienced a sharp decline, with allocations dropping by 1.4%.
This retreat followed a period of stagnation and was likely influenced by political factors. Turnquist said that &#8220;The nomination of the so-called anti-vaccine Health Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and the potential for reduced Affordable Care Act subsidies,&#8221; was also a potential trigger.
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Sectors</td>
<td>Changes In Q4</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Technology</td>
<td>0.70%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Financials</td>
<td>0.60%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Communications</td>
<td>0.50%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Consumer Discretionary</td>
<td>0.50%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Other</td>
<td>0.40%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Energy</td>
<td>-0.10%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Industrials</td>
<td>-0.20%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Utilities</td>
<td>-0.20%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Consumer Staples</td>
<td>-0.30%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Materials</td>
<td>-0.30%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Real Estate</td>
<td>-0.30%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Health Care</td>
<td>-1.40%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
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Why It Matters: These filings provide a window into the strategies of major players like hedge funds, pension funds, and endowments.
LPL Research&#8217;s Strategic and Tactical Asset Allocation Committee remains neutral on equities but favors large-cap growth and domestic companies. They also maintain a neutral stance on fixed income, recommending an &#8220;up-in-quality&#8221; approach and cautioning against adding duration due to expected interest rate volatility.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Hedge Funds Latgely Follow The Trend</h3>
Hedge funds largely mirrored the broader trend, increasing their tech holdings while reducing exposure to healthcare, according to the note.
Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), and Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) were among the top picks, with significant increases in market value. However, Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) saw a net selling of 2.1 million shares, and Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) and PDD Holdings Inc. ADR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>) also faced substantial reductions.
While the overall trend was consistent, individual hedge fund strategies varied. While Warren Buffett&#8216;s Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>) (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>) increased its tech exposure and added Constellation Brands Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STZ#NYSE">STZ</a>) while reducing its stake in Bank of America Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>).
Conversely, Scion Asset Management, led by Michael Burry, favored healthcare and consumer staples, exiting positions in financials and consumer discretionary.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Bond Market Bets And ETF Insights</h3>
Beyond individual stocks, 13F filings revealed that four of the top ten purchased bond ETFs tracked the U.S. bond market. Large-cap growth ETFs also saw significant inflows, indicating a preference for these high-growth stocks, highlighted the note.
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Institutional Investors Load Up On Technology And Financial Stocks In Q4 While Reducing Positions In Healthcare Sector Amid Political Uncertainty

The Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) is one of the most <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/QQQ">popular exchange-traded funds</a> in the world, giving customers exposure to the tech-heavy Nasdaq-100 index. It has over $341 billion in assets under management as of this writing
What happened: Launched in 1999, the ETF holdings are dominated by the "Magnificent 7" tech titans like Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), and so on, making it an enticing bet for long-term return.&nbsp;
Exactly a year ago, the ETF traded at $425.71 per share. So, if you had invested $1,000, you could have bought about 2.34 shares of QQQ.
The stock closed at $537.23 during the last trading session, meaning the original investment would have turned $1261.96, reflecting a gain of 26.19% in a year.
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Now suppose you were persuaded by the growing hoopla around the world's largest cryptocurrency, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>), at the time, and chose to gain exposure through the newly launched BlackRock&#8217;s iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBIT#NASDAQ">IBIT</a>).
An investment of $1,000 when IBIT traded at $29.08 a piece a year ago would have fetched you 34.38 shares. At Thursday's closing price of $56.04, this investment would be worth $1927.09, marking a 92% jump.&nbsp;
Clearly, investing in a Bitcoin ETF would have resulted in significantly higher returns than QQQ.
IBIT smashed industry records in its debut, accumulating <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42737368/blackrocks-bitcoin-fund-breaks-records-with-historic-etf-launchwill-it-surpass-the-worlds-biggest-gold-etf-in-january">a record $50 billion in </a>AUM within the first year. Currently, the fund has over $56 billion in AUM.
Price Action: Shares of IBIT closed 2.54% lower at $56.04 during Thursday&#8217;s regular trading session, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA.." target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">data from Benzinga Pro</a>. The QQQ ETF closed down 0.42% to 537.23.
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BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF Or Invesco QQQ, Which $1,000 Investment Made A Year Ago Would Have Netted You More Profit?

As quantum computing stocks resume their rally after a steep year-to-date decline following Microsoft Corp.&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) &#8216;Majorana 1&#8217; launch, we look at the top five holders of these companies according to the Security Exchange Commission&#8217;s (SEC) 13F filings.
What Happened: Assessing the 13F filings for the fourth quarter, we found that BlackRock, Inc. and Vanguard Group Inc., which also issue several exchange-traded funds, had major positions in quantum computing stocks.
Vanguard&#8217;s total investment value in Rigetti Computing Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGTI#NASDAQ">RGTI</a>), Quantum Computing Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QUBT#NASDAQ">QUBT</a>), D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QBTS#NYSE">QBTS</a>), and IonQ Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IONQ#NYSE">IONQ</a>) stood at $1.201 billion during the fourth quarter.
Similarly, BlackRock&#8217;s total investment was valued at $942.637 million.
Both Vanguard and BlackRock were among the top five holders of these four stocks. State Street Corp., on the other hand, featured among the top five holders of three companies.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Rigetti Computing</h3>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Company</td>
<td>Holdings (as of Dec. 31)</td>
<td>Value As Of Dec. 31</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BlackRock, Inc</td>
<td>11,892,972</td>
<td>$181.486 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vanguard Group Inc</td>
<td>11,746,361</td>
<td>$179.249 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>American Assets Investment Management, LLC</td>
<td>7,221,216</td>
<td>$110.195 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Invesco Ltd.</td>
<td>4,580,317</td>
<td>$69.895 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>State Street Corp</td>
<td>4,329,019</td>
<td>$66.060 million</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Quantum Computing</h3>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Company</td>
<td>Holdings (as of Dec. 31)</td>
<td>Value As Of Dec. 31</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anson Funds Management LP</td>
<td>4,230,000</td>
<td>$70.006 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alyeska Investment Group, LP</td>
<td>4,230,000</td>
<td>$69.613 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vanguard Group Inc</td>
<td>4,186,729</td>
<td>$69.290 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BlackRock, Inc</td>
<td>1,220,816</td>
<td>$20.204 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UBS Group AG</td>
<td>1,153,053</td>
<td>$19.083 million</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">D-Wave Quantum</h3>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Company</td>
<td>Holdings (as of Dec. 31)</td>
<td>Value As Of Dec. 31</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Public Sector Pension Investment Board</td>
<td>40,057,252</td>
<td>$336.480 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BlackRock, Inc</td>
<td>8,618,832</td>
<td>$72.398 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vanguard Group Inc</td>
<td>7,118,322</td>
<td>$59.793 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UBS Group AG</td>
<td>4,332,107</td>
<td>$36.389 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>State Street Corp</td>
<td>3,085,359</td>
<td>$25.917 million</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">IonQ Inc</h3>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Company</td>
<td>Holdings (as of Dec. 31)</td>
<td>Value As Of Dec. 31</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vanguard Group Inc</td>
<td>21,374,125</td>
<td>$892.797 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BlackRock, Inc</td>
<td>16,005,601</td>
<td>$668.553 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>6,264,258</td>
<td>$261.658 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>State Street Corp</td>
<td>4,588,126</td>
<td>$191.646 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Geode Capital Management LLC</td>
<td>4,466,094</td>
<td>$186.592 million</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
Please note that these tables exclude any options held by firms
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Why It Matters: Quantum computing stocks <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43844926/quantum-computing-stocks-rgti-qubt-ionq-qbts-cheer-microsofts-majorana-1-launch-satya-nadella-calls-it-a-physics-and-fabrication-breakthrough">jumped</a> after MSFT&#8217;s CEO Satya Nadella launched its chip &#8216;Majorana 1&#8217;. These chips use a different phase of matter called the topological phase for conducting qubits of information.
Nadella described it as &#8220;the transistor moment of quantum computing,&#8221; in the podcast with Dwarkesh Patel.
Following the announcement, the stocks edged higher on Wednesday, following their momentum on Tuesday. However, IonQ, which is backed by Bill Gates&#8216; Breakthrough Energy venture bucked the trend and fell.
Price Action: The stocks were still down in 2025 despite the &#8216;Majorana 1&#8217; bump. The stocks were mixed in premarket on Friday. 
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Stocks</td>
<td>Thursday&#8217;s Performance</td>
<td>Friday Premaret</td>
<td>YTD Performance</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rigetti Computing Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGTI#NASDAQ">RGTI</a>)</td>
<td>3.99%</td>
<td>-1.22%</td>
<td>-42.65%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Quantum Computing Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QUBT#NASDAQ">QUBT</a>)</td>
<td>1.63%</td>
<td>0.25%</td>
<td>-56.88%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>D-Wave Quantum Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QBTS#NYSE">QBTS</a>)</td>
<td>13.00%</td>
<td>0.14%</td>
<td>-23.10%</td>
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<td>IonQ Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IONQ#NYSE">IONQ</a>)</td>
<td>-1.14%</td>
<td>-0.30%</td>
<td>-21.69%</td>
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<td>Defiance Quantum ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QTUM#NASDAQ">QTUM</a>)</td>
<td>0.41%</td>
<td>0.23%</td>
<td>3.99%</td>
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Zoom Communications, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) will report fourth-quarter and fiscal 2025 results on February 24, after the market close.
Oppenheimer analyst Timothy Horan maintained a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ZM/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">Perform rating on</a> Zoom.
Horan expects solid fourth-quarter 2025 results as Zoom builds momentum through its new AI platform strategy, which is enabling some price increases.
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The focus will likely be on 2026 guidance and the impact of new go-to-market movements and pricing on top-line growth.
Investors will also examine margins, which could be under pressure as it invests in AI and increases the adoption and usage of its AI Companion.
The analyst also hopes to gain more insight into CCaaS seat growth and cross-sell trends, though it is still in the early days.
He noted Zoom could beat Street&#8217;s expectation of 3% growth next year, but it could be above 4%.
Positively, the company cited strong AI uptake and is seeing solid momentum in Contact Center, Workvivo, and UCaaS. Overall, Horan liked Zoom&#8217;s product and its AI, while bundling puts it on par with Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) Teams&#8217; pricing.
Separately, Amazon.Com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) announced it is shutting down support for Chime, its UCaaS service, and will no longer take new customers. Chime will be completely shut down in February 2026.
Zoom has historically maintained stable prices but increased monthly rates by 5-10% for SMB plans in the mid-fourth quarter. Though this will likely take 2-3 years to flow through fully, it could add 2% to annual revenue growth.
However, larger enterprises (~59% of revenue) resist paying more for services they do not necessarily want and typically receive a discount off listed prices.
Although a return to meaningful enterprise subscriber growth is unlikely, the company has significantly reduced churn in the past year and stabilized enterprise customers.
Positively, channel checks indicate that a large cohort of customers that signed deals in 2021/22 are coming due for renewal, so the analyst expects a solid first-quarter and fiscal 2025 guide in combination with the price increases.
Horan&#8217;s 2026 and 2027 revenue estimates are 50 and 110bps above the Street, respectively. The analyst expects Zoom to guide revenue above the Street, given the improving churn/quality and go-to-market.
His operating margin estimates could be too conservative, as he expects the company to reinvest for growth/ AI to achieve 5% revenue growth.
Horan projected fourth-quarter revenue of $1.2 billion and adjusted EPS of $1.29. He expects fiscal 2025 revenue of $4.7 billion and adjusted EPS of $5.42.
Price Action: ZM stock is down 2.05% at $83.42 at last check Thursday.
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After Gates revealed he had bought a Porsche Taycan instead of a Tesla, Musk responded with <a href="https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1229568241552502784">a blunt post</a> on X in February 2020: "My conversations with Gates have been underwhelming tbh."&nbsp;
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That being said, Gates opted for a Porsche Taycan, which he described as "very very cool." He didn't specify which model, but the Taycan Turbo starts at $150,900, while the high-performance Turbo S goes for $185,000. The Turbo S boasts 750 horsepower and can hit 60 mph in just 2.4 seconds—so clearly, he wanted speed and luxury.&nbsp;
Musk made the "underwhelming" comment in response to a post from Tesletter that read: "I wonder why Bill Gates decided to go with the Taycan <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/11/41722959/shaqs-son-wanted-a-tesla-for-christmas-after-getting-straight-as-you-aint-getting-no-tesla-you-b">instead of a Tesla</a>."
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Musk's Track Record of Calling Out Rivals</h2>
Musk's reaction wasn't exactly surprising. He has a history of publicly challenging fellow tech billionaires—whether it's taking jabs at Mark Zuckerberg's AI expertise, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/01/42919768/elon-musk-is-the-richest-man-in-the-world-leaving-jeff-bezos-trailing-237-billion-behind-being-buddies-with-trump-likely-driving-surge">feuding with Jeff Bezos</a> over space travel, or clashing with Gates over Tesla stock.
The Tesla CEO was especially frustrated when it surfaced that Gates had shorted Tesla stock, essentially betting against the company's success. In leaked text messages from 2022, Musk even rejected a potential philanthropic collaboration with Gates, saying, "Sorry, I cannot take your philanthropy on climate change seriously when you have a massive short position against Tesla."
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Gates: "I Will Try and Work With Him"</h2>
Despite the friction, Gates hasn't ruled out collaborating with Musk. In <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/books/news/bill-gates-elon-musk-memoir-source-code-b2688651.html">an interview with The Independent</a> earlier this month, Gates acknowledged their rocky history but still praised Musk's achievements.
"He's been nice to me at times, and mean to me at times," Gates said. "I will try and work with him because he's brilliant, he's rich, he's influential."
The Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) co-founder also recognized Tesla's impact:
"I'm in awe of the great work he did at SpaceX and Tesla. The fact that Tesla kind of forced the car industry to do great EVs is a gigantic contribution," Gates said.&nbsp;
While Gates and Musk have found common ground—like philanthropy and advancing tech—they clearly have their differences. Gates was once the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43562104/bill-gates-was-the-richest-man-in-the-world-for-a-record-18-years-he-says-money-brings-freedom-but-beyond-that-its-the-same-hamburger">world's richest person</a> for a record 18 years, while Musk <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/25/01/43101102/elon-musk-the-richest-man-in-the-world-is-estimated-to-earn-over-23-million-every-single-hour-of-the-day-heres-how-hes-spending-it">took the top spot in 2021</a>. Their rivalry might not be personal, but it's definitely entertaining.
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Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) just threw down the quantum gauntlet. On Wednesday, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MSFT/news">CEO Satya Nadella unveiled</a> Majorana 1, a quantum chip powered by an entirely new state of matter—topoconductors. 
Yes, you read that right. Microsoft didn't just build a chip; it claims to have unlocked a new form of matter.
&#8220;Most of us grew up learning there are three main types of matter: solid, liquid, and gas. Today, that changed,&#8221; Nadella declared on X. 
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According to him, the breakthrough could fast-track practical quantum computing—not in decades, but mere years.
&#8220;We've created an entirely new state of matter,&#8221; Nadella said.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A New State of Matter: Majorana Fermions Take Center Stage</h2>
Microsoft says the Majorana 1 chip, built on a topological core, caps off a 20-year struggle that many physicists thought was pure sci-fi. 
The breakthrough hinges on elusive Majorana fermions, theorized in 1937 but only detected by Microsoft's team in 2022, <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/a60f44f5-81ca-4e66-8193-64c956b09820">reported</a> the Financial Times. Now, Redmond says it has built the foundation for quantum computers that could leapfrog the competition.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Will MSFT Stock Get A Quantum Boost?</h2>
But can this quantum magic lift Microsoft&#8217;s stock out of its current slump?
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MSFT stock is down 0.58% year-to-date and 3.32% over the past year. Technically, the stock looks stuck in the quantum foam. It's trading below its 20, 50 and 200-day simple moving averages (SMAs), flashing multiple bearish signals.
However, there's a glimmer of bullish potential. MSFT stock, at $415.66, trades above its eight-day SMA of $411.47, signaling some short-term buying pressure. 
The Relative Strength Index (RSI) sits at 46.59, in the neutral zone, hinting that the stock isn't oversold yet.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Quantum Buzz Vs. Market Reality</h2>
While the MACD indicator remains at a negative 4.69, Microsoft bulls might see this quantum reveal as the spark needed to break out of the bearish grip. 
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In the dynamic and fiercely competitive business environment, conducting a thorough analysis of companies is crucial for investors and industry enthusiasts. In this article, we will perform an extensive industry comparison, evaluating Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) in relation to its major competitors in the Software industry. By closely examining crucial financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to offer valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Microsoft Background</h3>
Microsoft develops and licenses consumer and enterprise software. It is known for its Windows operating systems and Office productivity suite. The company is organized into three equally sized broad segments: productivity and business processes (legacy Microsoft Office, cloud-based Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Skype, LinkedIn, Dynamics), intelligence cloud (infrastructure- and platform-as-a-service offerings Azure, Windows Server OS, SQL Server), and more personal computing (Windows Client, Xbox, Bing search, display advertising, and Surface laptops, tablets, and desktops).
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<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Microsoft Corp</td>
<td>33.42</td>
<td>10.19</td>
<td>11.84</td>
<td>8.17%</td>
<td>$36.79</td>
<td>$47.83</td>
<td>12.27%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Oracle Corp</td>
<td>44.38</td>
<td>36.93</td>
<td>9.39</td>
<td>25.66%</td>
<td>$5.75</td>
<td>$9.97</td>
<td>8.64%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ServiceNow Inc</td>
<td>144.32</td>
<td>21.21</td>
<td>18.73</td>
<td>4.06%</td>
<td>$0.62</td>
<td>$2.33</td>
<td>21.34%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Palo Alto Networks Inc</td>
<td>115.93</td>
<td>21.31</td>
<td>16.97</td>
<td>4.35%</td>
<td>$0.41</td>
<td>$1.66</td>
<td>14.29%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CrowdStrike Holdings Inc</td>
<td>882.63</td>
<td>36.26</td>
<td>30.09</td>
<td>-0.57%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.76</td>
<td>28.52%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fortinet Inc</td>
<td>50.69</td>
<td>58.78</td>
<td>14.85</td>
<td>43.82%</td>
<td>$0.66</td>
<td>$1.24</td>
<td>10.08%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Gen Digital Inc</td>
<td>26.96</td>
<td>7.88</td>
<td>4.42</td>
<td>7.48%</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$0.79</td>
<td>4.01%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monday.Com Ltd</td>
<td>497.21</td>
<td>14.92</td>
<td>16.63</td>
<td>2.3%</td>
<td>$-0.02</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>6.76%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CommVault Systems Inc</td>
<td>48.95</td>
<td>28.43</td>
<td>8.91</td>
<td>3.9%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>21.13%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dolby Laboratories Inc</td>
<td>30.88</td>
<td>3.20</td>
<td>6.17</td>
<td>2.72%</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>$0.32</td>
<td>13.13%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Qualys Inc</td>
<td>31.39</td>
<td>11.19</td>
<td>8.97</td>
<td>9.49%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>3.46%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>QXO Inc</td>
<td>22.88</td>
<td>1.17</td>
<td>20.84</td>
<td>-0.21%</td>
<td>$-0.03</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SolarWinds Corp</td>
<td>28.61</td>
<td>2.24</td>
<td>4.01</td>
<td>5.26%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.18</td>
<td>5.14%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Progress Software Corp</td>
<td>36.79</td>
<td>5.60</td>
<td>3.34</td>
<td>0.27%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.18</td>
<td>21.47%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Teradata Corp</td>
<td>21.03</td>
<td>17.55</td>
<td>1.37</td>
<td>19.38%</td>
<td>$0.08</td>
<td>$0.27</td>
<td>-7.05%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rapid7 Inc</td>
<td>84.30</td>
<td>120.34</td>
<td>2.52</td>
<td>38.08%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.15</td>
<td>0.75%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>137.8</td>
<td>25.8</td>
<td>11.15</td>
<td>11.07%</td>
<td>$0.55</td>
<td>$1.23</td>
<td>9.98%</td>
</tr>
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 </style>When conducting a detailed analysis of Microsoft, the following trends become clear: 
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<li>
The Price to Earnings ratio of 33.42 is 0.24x lower than the industry average, indicating potential undervaluation for the stock.
</li>
<li>
With a Price to Book ratio of 10.19, significantly falling below the industry average by 0.39x, it suggests undervaluation and the possibility of untapped growth prospects.
</li>
<li>
With a relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 11.84, which is 1.06x the industry average, the stock might be considered overvalued based on sales performance.
</li>
<li>
With a Return on Equity (ROE) of 8.17% that is 2.9% below the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits potential inefficiency in utilizing equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
Compared to its industry, the company has higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $36.79 Billion, which is 66.89x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
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The company has higher gross profit of $47.83 Billion, which indicates 38.89x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 12.27% exceeds the industry average of 9.98%, indicating strong sales performance and market outperformance.
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<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
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The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is a key indicator of a company's financial health and its reliance on debt financing.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By analyzing Microsoft in relation to its top 4 peers based on the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following insights can be derived:
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When comparing the debt-to-equity ratio, Microsoft is in a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers.
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The company has a lower level of debt relative to its equity, indicating a more favorable balance between the two with a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.21.
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For Microsoft in the Software industry, the PE and PB ratios are low compared to peers, indicating potential undervaluation. However, the high PS ratio suggests investors are willing to pay a premium for revenue. The low ROE may indicate less efficient use of shareholder funds, while high EBITDA and gross profit signify strong operational performance. Additionally, the high revenue growth implies a positive outlook for future earnings potential.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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As the Chairman and CEO of Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), Satya Nadella announced the world's first-of-a-kind quantum chip &#8211; Majorana 1, quantum computing stocks jumped with the euphoria surrounding the discovery.
What Happened: Even as skeptics raised questions on the usage of the word "breakthrough," Nadella in a podcast with Dwarkesh Patel reiterated that this was a "physics and fabrication breakthrough" and not a "quantum computing breakthrough".
Describing a new phase of matter that was used to conduct information in the new chip, Nadella in an X post said, "We've created an entirely new state of matter, unlocked by a new class of materials, topoconductors, that enable a fundamental leap in computing."
He termed this discovery as the "the transistor moment of quantum computing," in the podcast.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">A couple reflections on the quantum computing breakthrough we just announced&#8230; Most of us grew up learning there are three main types of matter that matter: solid, liquid, and gas. Today, that changed. After a nearly 20 year pursuit, we've created an entirely new state of… <a href="https://t.co/Vp4sxMHNjc">pic.twitter.com/Vp4sxMHNjc</a>
&mdash; Satya Nadella (@satyanadella) <a href="https://twitter.com/satyanadella/status/1892242895094313420?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 19, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Following this, the quantum computing stocks edged higher on Wednesday. The stocks were also trading higher in the premarket on Thursday. On a year-to-date basis, these stocks had underperformed the benchmarks.
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<td>Rigetti Computing Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGTI#NASDAQ">RGTI</a>)</td>
<td>4.58%</td>
<td>11.06%</td>
<td>-44.85%</td>
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<td>Quantum Computing Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QUBT#NASDAQ">QUBT</a>)</td>
<td>7.86%</td>
<td>9.80%</td>
<td>-57.57%</td>
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<td>8.28%</td>
<td>9.48%</td>
<td>-31.95%</td>
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<td>0.59%</td>
<td>4.51%</td>
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Why It Matters: Investor and businessman Martin Shkreli criticized IonQ and Rigetti Computing&#8217;s stock valuations, claiming quantum computing isn&#8217;t commercially viable.
He suggested Microsoft&#8217;s new ‘Majorana 1' chip, despite its &#8220;breakthrough&#8221; claims, could hurt its market positions. Shkreli also alleged attempts to suppress the publication of Microsoft&#8217;s quantum research.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">There was a fairly vicious battle to disqualify the Microsoft quantum paper from publication. The word &#39;breakthrough&#39; should be used very carefully. <a href="https://t.co/pDHiRcsh4w">pic.twitter.com/pDHiRcsh4w</a>
&mdash; Martin Shkreli (@MartinShkreli) <a href="https://twitter.com/MartinShkreli/status/1892384299329958344?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 20, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) backed Google&#8217;s Willow chip which was announced on Dec. 9, 2024. It achieved a quantum memory milestone, solving a problem in minutes that would take a supercomputer longer than the universe&#8217;s age. Despite this, high error rates still limited its practical quantum memory applications.
Nadella, on the other hand, in the conversation with Patel also said "We have also got some fantastic breakthroughs on error correction."
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43839505/occidental-petroleum-achieves-near-term-debt-reduction-target-7-months-early-in-q4-continuing-this-momentum-management-sets-12-billion-target-for-q1">Warren Buffett&#8217;s Favorite Energy Stock Occidental Petroleum Achieves Near-Term Debt Reduction Target 7 Months Early In Q4: Management Sets $1.2 Billion Target For Q1</a>
Price Action: MSFT rose 1.25% on Wednesday, contrasting with a slight 0.028% uptick in the Invesco QQQ Trust, Series 1 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which tracks the Nasdaq 100 index.
In premarket on Thursday, it was up 0.38% whereas QQQ was down 0.20%. MSFT remains 0.91% lower on a year-to-date basis and only 2.97% up over the year.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MSFT/analyst-ratings">Benzinga tracks 31 analysts</a> with an average price target of $509.23 for the stock, reflecting a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating. Estimates range widely from $425 to $600. Recent ratings from UBS, DA Davidson, and RBC Capital average $478.33, suggesting a potential 14.80% upside.
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Quantum Computing Stocks RGTI, QUBT, IONQ, QBTS Cheer Microsoft's 'Majorana 1' Launch: Satya Nadella Calls It A 'Physics And Fabrication Breakthrough'

Former hedge fund manager Martin Shkreli cast doubt on recent quantum computing advances and stock valuations, particularly targeting IonQ Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IONQ#NYSE">IONQ</a>) and Rigetti Computing Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGTI#NASDAQ">RGTI</a>) in a series of posts on X on Wednesday.
What Happened: &#8220;IONQ and RGTI are both worth low single digits vs. their $33 and $10 prices today. quantum computing is not commercially viable in any serious way,&#8221; Shkreli wrote, suggesting Microsoft Corp.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) recent quantum announcement could negatively impact both companies&#8217; market positions.
His comments come as Microsoft unveiled its Majorana 1 quantum chip, featuring a new Topological Core architecture that the company claims could eventually scale to one million qubits. The chip utilizes topoconductor technology, enabling more reliable and scalable quantum bits through <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43830761/microsoft-unveils-majorana-1-quantum-chip-races-against-google-and-nvidia-in-quantum-computing">controlled Majorana particles</a>.
Shkreli claimed there was an intense effort to prevent Microsoft&#8217;s quantum paper from being published, cautioning that the term &#8220;breakthrough&#8221; should be used with caution.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">There was a fairly vicious battle to disqualify the Microsoft quantum paper from publication. The word &#39;breakthrough&#39; should be used very carefully. <a href="https://t.co/pDHiRcsh4w">pic.twitter.com/pDHiRcsh4w</a>
&mdash; Martin Shkreli (@MartinShkreli) <a href="https://twitter.com/MartinShkreli/status/1892384299329958344?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 20, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Despite Shkreli&#8217;s bearish outlook, both quantum computing stocks have seen remarkable gains. IONQ shares have surged 221% over the past year, while RGTI stock has soared more than 572%. However, Shkreli previously pointed to operational challenges, sharing an Amazon Web Services Braket dashboard showing multiple quantum <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/01/43119243/martin-shkreli-calls-ionq-and-rigetti-best-shorts-despite-recent-stock-gains-cites-offline-quantum-systems">processing units offline</a> from both companies.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">just a reminder that <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24IONQ&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$IONQ</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24RGTI&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$RGTI</a> are both worth low single digits vs. their $33 and $10 prices today. quantum computing is great but it&#39;s not commercially viable in any serious way.
&mdash; Martin Shkreli (@MartinShkreli) <a href="https://twitter.com/MartinShkreli/status/1892227181582946466?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 19, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: The debate over quantum computing&#8217;s commercial viability extends beyond Shkreli&#8217;s criticism. Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) CEO Jensen Huang has suggested practical quantum applications may be 15 to 20 years away, while Google, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>), <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/24/12/42397333/google-quantum-ais-new-willow-chip-can-do-in-minutes-that-supercomputers-would-take-10-septillion-years">maintains a more optimistic</a> five-year timeline with its Willow quantum chip.
Microsoft&#8217;s entry into the quantum computing race has earned backing from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). The company has also partnered with Quantinuum and Atom Computing, integrating these quantum capabilities into its Azure cloud platform.
Shkreli, who gained notoriety as &#8220;Pharma Bro&#8221; and was convicted of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/21/11/23904774/wall-street-crime-and-punishment-martin-shkreli-the-self-destructive-pharma-bro">securities fraud in 2017</a>, remains banned from the pharmaceutical industry but has recently emerged as a vocal critic in the quantum computing sector.
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'Pharma Bro' Martin Shkreli Slams Microsoft's Quantum 'Breakthrough,' Predicts IONQ And RGTI Will Plummet As Tech Falls Behind

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) CEO Satya Nadella has cautioned against the hype surrounding artificial intelligence (AI), comparing the current frenzy to the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/01/42995814/billionaire-investor-who-predicted-the-dot-com-crash-25-years-ago-warns-of-another-market-storm-brewing-in-the-us">dot-com bubble</a>.
What Happened: During a conversation with Dwarkesh Patel that was made public on Wednesday, Nadella said AI's long-term impact must be measured by its ability to drive <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/11/42024472/goldman-sachs-us-to-dominate-2025-growth-with-2-5-gdp-boost-euro-area-will-struggle">global GDP growth</a> rather than arbitrary benchmarks.
"If you&#8217;re going to have this explosion, abundance, whatever, commodity of intelligence available, the first thing we have to observe is GDP growth," Nadella said.
"Before I get to what Microsoft&#8217;s revenue will look like, there&#8217;s only one governor in all of this. This is where we get a little bit ahead of ourselves with all this AGI hype."
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He criticized the tech industry's tendency to claim <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/media/25/01/42867568/openai-ceo-sam-altman-predicts-agi-will-arrive-during-the-trump-presidency-says-chips-act-not-effective-enough">artificial general intelligence</a> (AGI) breakthroughs without real-world validation.
"Us self-claiming some AGI milestone, that&#8217;s just nonsensical benchmark hacking to me," he stated, adding, "The real benchmark is: the world growing at 10%."
Nadella also addressed concerns over reckless overbuilding in AI infrastructure, drawing parallels to the dot-com boom. "There was a lot of money lost," he said, referring to the early 2000s tech crash.&nbsp;
"Everybody&#8217;s going to race… the only thing that&#8217;s going to happen with all the compute builds is the prices are going to come down," the CEO said.
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Why It&#8217;s Important: Nadella's remarks highlight growing concerns about an AI investment bubble, where companies are pouring billions into infrastructure without clear economic returns.&nbsp;
Despite investor concerns over returns, big tech is going all in on AI, with Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, and Alphabet investing <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/25/02/43564458/big-techs-2025-ai-bill-is-320-billion-and-counting-can-investors-stomach-it">a record $320 billion</a> in AI infrastructure in 2025. This marks a jump from $246 billion in 2024.e
Amazon is leading with over $100 billion in planned investment. Microsoft and Alphabet are each set to spend around $80 billion. Meta is committing more than $60 billion.
Meanwhile, on Wednesday, Microsoft also unveiled Majorana 1, its <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/25/02/43830761/microsoft-unveils-majorana-1-quantum-chip-races-against-google-and-nvidia-in-quantum-computing">first quantum chip</a>.
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