I think free cash flow is the

I think free cash flow is the most important factor right now. The AI opportunity is real, but not every company spending billions will generate attractive returns. Microsoft looks better positioned to justify its investment through cloud growth, while Alphabet needs to show that its rising AI spending can translate into stronger profits. I believe the next phase of the AI rally will reward companies that can turn spending into cash, rather than simply those spending the most.

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