Why Microsoft Stock Is Sinking Today

Why Microsoft Stock Is Sinking Today

By Keith Noonan, The Motley Fool
Publication Date: 2026-06-02 19:52:00

Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) stock is moving lower in Tuesday’s trading and taking part in a broader pullback for category-leading artificial intelligence software stocks. The company’s share price was down 4.1% as of 3:30 p.m. ET.

Microsoft’s share price is retreating in response to a new executive order signed by President Donald Trump that encourages companies to take part in a new AI software review program. While participation in the program is voluntary, investors are having a negative reaction to the order.

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