Alphabet (GOOG) is one of the world’s leading technology companies. Its products help people find information, navigate the world, communicate, and access cloud-based tools. The company’s platforms—Google Search, YouTube, Maps, Android, and Gmail—are used globally. Alphabet also provides cloud services, artificial intelligence solutions, collaboration tools for businesses, and hardware such as Pixel phones and smart home devices.
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Company Snapshot
| Price | $321 | Category | Moderate | |
| Market Cap | $3.09T | Dividend | $0.84 | 0.26% |
| P/E Ratio | 31.45 | Analyst Avg | 1-Yr Target | $345 |
| Consensus EPS Estimate | 1Q | 2Q | 3Q | 4Q |
| 2026 | 2.64E | 2.51E | ||
| 2025 | $2.15A | $2.81A | 2.31A | $2.87 |
*Aggressive/Moderate/Conservative labels describe broad business characteristics for educational purposes only. They are not risk ratings, investment guidance, or recommendations. A = Actual, E = Estimated. Market metrics such as beta, valuation multiples, and analyst estimates are widely referenced in financial research. Their relevance depends on an individual’s goals, time horizon, and risk tolerance. These figures are for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as predictions or guidance.
Keys for Success
Alphabet was supposed to be one of the victims of the artificial intelligence (AI) arms race. Its primary business is the Google Search engine, which was supposed to be replaced by various generative AI products. Gemini 3 crushes the benchmarks in AI capabilities across language queries, image generation, and deep research. Even though OpenAI’s ChatGPT has more users, Gemini is the best chatbot out there today, according to third-party analysts.
Earlier this year, the DOJ accused Google of unfair practices in its search and advertising businesses, claiming they created an illegal monopoly. The issue hung over Alphabet stock as investors worried that the company would be forced to sell off its Chrome browser or another equally lucrative business. A federal judge finally ruled this year that it wouldn’t be the case.
Today, the company is operating at full capacity, generating $102.34 billion in revenue during the third quarter. Advertising revenue, which accounts for 72% of Alphabet’s revenue, rose 12.6%. In addition, Google Cloud revenue increased 33.5% to $15.15 billion. This wing can drive massive growth for Alphabet, as there is a general shift to the cloud for regular business workloads, on top of all the new AI workloads coming online.
Google’s earnings for the 3Q rose 35% to $2.87 per share. Analysts had projected EPS of $2.26. Google’s gross revenue rose 16% to $102.35 billion. Internet search-advertising revenue grew by more than 14% to $56.57 billion, beating estimates of $55.05 billion.
Alphabet’s annual earnings growth rate is 20.7%. The company’s EPS is expected to grow 30.5% this year, crushing the industry average of 10.3%. Cash flow to fund new ventures is growing 34.6% compared to an industry average of -7.3%. Cash on hand is $98.5B. Margins are 32.23%.
Keys for Concern
In April, a District Court in Virginia ruled that Google has used classic monopoly-building tactics to dominate online advertising. The government has stated that Google should sell off its Google Ad Manager. A remedies ruling is expected in early 2026. OpenAI introduced an AI-powered web browser, ChatGPT Atlas, on Oct. 21, featuring agents that complete tasks on the internet.
Mark Notes
Alphabet leads the Magnificent 7 stocks this year with a 58% gain, but still has a lower P/E ratio than Microsoft, Apple, or Amazon. The companies’ growing AI-powered search capabilities and 33.5% growth in cloud computing, with cloud backlog increasing 46% to $155 billion in the third quarter, bode well for long-term investors. The stock has been on a run lately and may pull back, but it’s worth getting into at some point.
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