Why did Steve Ballmer suddenly sell 12 percent of his Microsoft shares? (Poll Closed) (poll 4055293)

Why did Steve Ballmer suddenly sell 12 percent of his Microsoft shares? (Poll Closed)

His days are numbered as CEO. He's unloading stock now. 18% (227 votes)
He made a routine sale. Stuff your conspiracies, Joe. 15% (187 votes)
He's concerned about holiday quarter sales and is cashing out while he can. 2% (27 votes)
Republicans and Tea Partiers coming into Congress worry him about future business. 4% (45 votes)
He's not as confident about Microsoft's future as he publicly lets on. 12% (151 votes)
He's concerned the Fed's printing more money will weaken the dollar and value of his holdings. 8% (97 votes)
He wants to diversify holdings, so he doesn't have so much invested in one company. 10% (125 votes)
He is taking advantage of Bush tax cuts before they expire at end of year. 31% (378 votes)

Total Votes: 1,237

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