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Feb 25, 2025

Microsoft Rethinks AI Growth, Cancels Leases on Massive Data Centers

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Microsoft has reportedly canceled several data center leases across the U.S., raising questions about the company’s long-term infrastructure strategy. According to a TD Cowen research note, these cancellations involve agreements totaling "a couple of hundred megawatts" with at least two major private data center operators.

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The move comes despite Microsoft’s previously announced $80 billion investment in AI-driven data centers for the fiscal year 2025. Analysts believe the cancellations may reflect an overestimation of immediate demand for AI capacity, especially in light of Microsoft’s close collaboration with OpenAI.

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Microsoft has also halted construction on a major Wisconsin data center. Originally planned to support AI workloads for OpenAI, the pause could indicate a strategic realignment of resources as the company reassesses its infrastructure needs.

Commitment to Growth Remains Firm

Despite the cancellations, Microsoft claims that its long-term growth plans remain intact.
A company spokesperson stated,
"We will continue to grow strongly in all regions, with plans to invest over $80 billion this fiscal year.”
 

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The tech industry is closely monitoring Microsoft’s shift, as it could signal changes in future AI infrastructure demand. Upcoming earnings reports from key players like Nvidia are expected to shed more light on how these decisions might influence the broader AI and data center market.
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