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Big Tech’s AI spending is catching up with its cash flow

The Next WebPublished Jul 22, 2026

The top US tech firms are rapidly increasing AI infrastructure spending, nearing $700bn this year, causing capital expenditures to outpace free cash flow. This trend may lead to capital spending exceeding operating cash flow by 2026, with companies like Oracle already experiencing negative free cash flow due to heavy investments.

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