Big Tech Earnings Put Massive AI Spending Under the Microscope

Microsoft, Alphabet and Amazon face investor scrutiny over the returns from artificial-intelligence investments.

Major technology companies are preparing to report earnings as investors look for evidence that large investments in artificial intelligence are producing sustainable business results. Associated Press reported that Alphabet, Microsoft and Amazon are among the companies scheduled to report this week. Attention is focused on the costs of computing infrastructure, data centers and specialized chips, as well as revenue growth from AI services. Strong spending alone does not guarantee strong profits, and markets may react sharply to changes in guidance.

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