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Oracle's $300 Billion AI Bet Amid Debt Risks

12/1/2025

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Oracle Corporation is investing heavily in AI infrastructure despite debt risks, with debt totaling $91 billion and $14 billion in operating lease liabilities.
The agreements include a $300 billion deal with OpenAI that would require more debt.
Analysts say projected AI gross margins look lower than Oracle’s cloud margins.
If OpenAI struggles to attract users or funding, Oracle could be left with excess, costly infrastructure.

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Story summary

Oracle Corporation is investing heavily in AI infrastructure despite debt risks, with debt totaling $91 billion and $14 billion in operating lease liabilities.
The agreements include a $300 billion deal with OpenAI that would require more debt.
Analysts say projected AI gross margins look lower than Oracle’s cloud margins.
If OpenAI struggles to attract users or funding, Oracle could be left with excess, costly infrastructure.