Microsoft-Activision Deal Faces Another FTC Challenge As Their Stock Plunges 5%
Portfolio Pulse from Zaheer Anwari
The FTC is appealing a court decision that denied its attempt to block Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Microsoft's stock (MSFT) has declined by 5% amidst the legal battle, despite a 51% growth this year. The stock's performance and the outcome of the legal dispute are closely watched by investors due to potential implications for the tech and gaming industries.
December 07, 2023 | 4:57 pm
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Microsoft's stock has seen a 5% drop due to the FTC's appeal against its acquisition of Activision Blizzard, despite a strong annual growth. The stock's resilience at key support levels is being tested.
The FTC's appeal introduces uncertainty around the acquisition, which can negatively affect investor sentiment and Microsoft's stock price in the short term. The 5% drop indicates immediate market reaction, but the stock's strong annual performance suggests underlying strength that may mitigate long-term impact.
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