By Catie Hogan
Publication Date: 2026-02-12 16:07:00
Oracle stock suffered a setback earlier this year due to the risks associated with OpenAI.
oracle (ORCL 0.07%) Inventories fell faster than temperatures across the country this winter. The company’s prominent partnership with OpenAI is the biggest stressor for many investors. Oracle stock is down nearly 19% as of February 9, entering 2026. Much of the stock’s recent troubles stem from OpenAI’s perceived overexposure and Oracle’s need to take on additional debt.
Today’s change
(-0.07%)$-0.11
Current price
$157.05
Important data points
Market capitalization
$452 billion
Daily range
$152.50 -$158.70
52 weeks range
$118.86 -$345.72
volume
568K
Avg. Vol
29M
Gross margin
65.40%
Dividend yield
1.27%
The question for investors is twofold. First, is the concern about OpenAI overblown? There was speculation that OpenAI might default on its obligations to Oracle. Second, how could Oracle’s rising debts Last help future long-term earnings? According to reports, the additional debt will go toward building AI data centers.
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