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Could Oracle's Debt Load Derail Its AI Cloud Ambitions?

The risk of a sudden reversal in AI growth looms large over Oracle stock.

Could Oracle's Debt Load Derail Its AI Cloud Ambitions?

Published September 19, 2026 · Category: Finance

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Oracle (NYSE: ORCL) is down 56% from its peak about a year ago. The company's stock surged after signing a $300 billion agreement with OpenAI. However, doubts emerged about whether OpenAI could fulfill its obligations under the agreement, which sent Oracle stock tumbling.

Also, Oracle has had to borrow heavily to build the infrastructure to fund that deal, which could cause investors deep pain if that investment does not yield positive returns. Nonetheless, even if OpenAI falters, I do not think Oracle's debt load will derail its cloud ambitions, and here's why.

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