Adobe's stock plummeted 5.05% during intraday trading on Thursday, continuing a significant downward trend for the software giant.
The decline comes despite Adobe's recent announcement of a massive $25 billion share repurchase program, as investor sentiment remains heavily weighed down by mounting concerns over AI-driven competitive threats. Analysts point to AI-native platforms like Canva, which has expanded its core design tools into a comprehensive AI-powered creative platform that increasingly rivals Adobe's offerings.
Broader weakness in the software sector, following disappointing first-quarter results from peers like IBM and ServiceNow, added to the negative sentiment. Persistent questions around Adobe's AI monetization strategy, ongoing CEO transition, and strategic continuity have contributed to the stock's prolonged sell-off, which has seen shares fall approximately 60% from their previous highs.