Software stocks, including Microsoft, dropped nearly 5% due to concerns about legacy developers falling behind in the AI race. Stifel analyst downgraded Microsoft to hold, citing inflated projections and operational challenges with Azure. Despite recent struggles, Microsoft remains a strong player in the market with multiple revenue streams for growth potential.

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