Big tech share buybacks plunge 83% as AI spending hits cash flows

Big tech companies in the US have significantly reduced their share buybacks by 83% as they invest heavily in artificial intelligence. This shift is largely due to the high costs of building and maintaining AI infrastructure, which has pushed their combined free cash flow into deficit. The decline in share buybacks raises concerns about the return on investment for shareholders and increases pressure on these companies to generate profit growth from their AI investments.

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Big tech companies have reduced share buybacks due to increased AI spending, which could negatively impact their stock prices. The reduction in share buybacks may lead to a decrease in investor confidence.

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