Oracle AI investment exceeds cash, projected to underperform S&P 500 through 2030
ORCL Oracle Corp
$128.23 -4.64%
View chart & analysis → - 1Oracle (ORCL) shares remain near $130, down approximately 60% from the September 10, 2025, closing high of $328.33
- 2Fiscal year 2026 capital expenditures are $55.7 billion, operating cash flow is $32.0 billion, and free cash flow is negative $23.7 billion
- 3The company announced plans to invest $90.0 billion to $95.0 billion this year and raise approximately $40.0 billion, with $20.0 billion raised through stock sales
So what's the key point?
Oracle spent more on AI equipment than it earned in cash, and plans to spend even more this year. Because the company is covering the shortfall with stocks and debt, the number of shares and interest burdens are increasing.
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