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The competitive dynamic of the cloud market has been a focal point for Oracle, especially amidst intense competition from major players like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google. Observers note that Oracle has been gaining ground in this space, which is reflected in its stock price increases over the past year. Notably, Oracle's stock is on track for its best annual performance since 1999, suggesting a resurgence in investor confidence and interest in its Cloud business.