Salesforce's stock has dropped 20% this year as the company faces mounting skepticism regarding its SaaS model in the context of advancing artificial intelligence. Despite recording $540 million in annual recurring revenue last quarter and consistently beating earnings estimates, the negative market sentiment has overshadowed its growth potential. Analysts rate Salesforce as a 'Moderate Buy' for 2026, projecting roughly 15% annual earnings growth, as it seeks to capitalize on opportunities created by the AI revolution.