Microsoft(US:MSFT) The Motley Fool·2025-04-16 20:26Group 1 - Microsoft experienced a significant decline in its stock price, dropping by 3.7%, which was more severe than the S&P 500 index's 2.2% fall, primarily due to developments related to OpenAI [1] - OpenAI is reportedly in talks to acquire a privately held AI company, Windsurf, for approximately $3 billion, marking a potential milestone in OpenAI's acquisition history [2][3] - Windsurf specializes in AI-assisted coding tools that enhance the coding process through natural-language prompts, indicating a strategic move towards improving AI capabilities [3] Group 2 - Although OpenAI's acquisition does not directly impact Microsoft, the latter is entitled to a share of profit distributions from OpenAI, which may influence investor sentiment regarding the allocation of resources towards AI development versus acquisitions [4]