Microsoft’s $5 Trillion AI Bet
Microsoft's market value could surge to $5 trillion by 2026, fueled by its early $1 billion investment in OpenAI. The tech giant's current $3.59 trillion valuation stands to benefit from AI's accelerating growth, with CEO Satya Nadella committing $13 billion to the partnership.
OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar credits Microsoft as the primary backer of their AI infrastructure. Bill Gates sees "extreme" technological advancement within 3-5 years, though acknowledges market uncertainties. Microsoft's 27% stake in OpenAI—now valued at $500 billion—positions it as a dominant force in the AI arms race.