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Salesforce Launches $25 Billion Buyback Amid AI Fears

3/21/2026

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Salesforce Inc. announced a $25 billion stock buyback funded by debt, the largest accelerated buyback in U.S. history.
The buyback follows a significant sell-off driven by fears of artificial intelligence (AI) disruption.
Agentforce generated $800 million in annual recurring revenue.
The debt issuance raises financial risks, prompting Moody's downgrade and a negative outlook from S&P.
Salesforce aims for $63 billion by fiscal 2030, contingent on maintaining 7-8% organic growth.

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Salesforce Inc. announced a $25 billion stock buyback funded by debt, the largest accelerated buyback in U.S. history.
The buyback follows a significant sell-off driven by fears of artificial intelligence (AI) disruption.
Agentforce generated $800 million in annual recurring revenue.
The debt issuance raises financial risks, prompting Moody's downgrade and a negative outlook from S&P.
Salesforce aims for $63 billion by fiscal 2030, contingent on maintaining 7-8% organic growth.