Microsoft FTC probe 'not a complete shocker,' analyst says
Published On Nov 29, 2024, 10:35 AM
Microsoft shares showed little reaction to news of a broad antitrust probe initiated by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Analyst Dan Ives suggested that the probe is simply a final gesture from outgoing FTC Chair Lina Khan and that investor concerns about antitrust scrutiny will diminish, particularly with changes expected following the upcoming Trump administration. The investigation primarily focuses on Microsoft's bundling of its cloud services with its productivity software and security products.
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Despite the FTC probe, the overall sentiment around Microsoft remains strong. The historical context suggests that regulatory challenges may not severely impact the company's operations moving forward. The market may begin discounting these risks under a more favorable regulatory environment anticipated after recent elections.
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