By Neha Gupta
Publication Date: 2026-04-14 11:44:00
Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) is one of the top growth stocks in billionaire Philippe Laffont’s portfolio. On April 3, Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ: MSFT) announced plans to invest $10 billion in Japan between 2026 and 2029.
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The investment is part of the tech giant’s push to expand its artificial intelligence infrastructure in the country as it looks to capitalize on the AI boom. Microsoft is to expand its facilities in eastern and western Japan with AI chips and hardware to support advanced workloads and autonomous AI agents.
In addition, Microsoft plans to strengthen its cybersecurity cooperation with the government. As part of the investment, the company is to train 1 million engineers and developers by 2030 as it looks to boost growth through advanced and strategic technologies.
Microsoft is to work with domestic firms, including Softbank and…
