Alphabet

DeepMind Technologies Limited is a British artificial intelligence company founded in September 2010.  Acquired by Google in 2014, the company has created a neural network that learns how to play video games in a fashion similar to that of humans, as well as a Neural Turing machine, or a neural network that may be able to access an external memory like a conventional Turing machine, resulting in a computer that mimics the short-term memory of the human brain.

DeepMind

YouTube is an American video-sharing website headquartered in San Bruno, California. The service was created by three former PayPal employees—Chad Hurley, Steve Chen, and Jawed Karim—in February 2005. Google bought the site in November 2006 for US$1.65 billion; YouTube now operates as one of Google's subsidiaries.

YouTube

Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google, based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open source software and designed primarily for touchscreen mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. In addition, Google has further developed Android TV for televisions, Android Auto for cars, and Wear OS for wrist watches, each with a specialized user interface. Variants of Android are also used on game consoles, digital cameras, PCs and other electronics.

Android

Nest Labs is a home automation producer of programmable, self-learning, sensor-driven, Wi-Fi-enabled thermostats, smoke detectors, security cameras, and other security systems. It introduced the Nest Learning Thermostat in 2011 as its first product. The Nest Protect smoke and carbon monoxide detector was then introduced in October 2013. After the acquisition of Dropcam, the rebranded Nest Cam was introduced in June 2015. Finally, in July 2016, the Nest Cam Outdoor was released.

Nest Labs

Boston Dynamics is an American engineering and robotics design company founded in 1992 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, and is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Japanese conglomerate SoftBank Group. Boston Dynamics is best known for the development of BigDog, a quadruped robot designed for the U.S. military with funding from Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), and DI-Guy, software for realistic human simulation. Early in the company's history, it worked with the American Systems Corporation under a contract from the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) to replace naval training videos for aircraft launch operations with interactive 3D computer simulations featuring DI-Guy characters. The company is a pioneer in the field of robotics and it is one of the most advanced in its domain. Marc Raibert is the company's president and project manager. He spun the company off from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1992.

Boston Dynamics

Alphabet, Inc. is a holding company, which engages in software, health care, transportation, and other technologies. It operates through the following segments: Google Services, Google Cloud, and Other Bets. The Google Services segment includes products and services such as ads, Android, Chrome, devices, Google Maps, Google Play, Search, and YouTube. The Google Cloud segment refers to infrastructure and platform services, collaboration tools, and other services for enterprise customers. The Other Bets segment relates to the sale of healthcare-related services and internet services. The company was founded by Lawrence E. Page and Sergey Mikhaylovich Brin on October 2, 2015 and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA.

Earnings data Q1 2021

Earnings data Q2 2021

Earnings data Q3 2021

Earnings data Q4 2021

Earnings data Q1 2022

Earnings data Q2 2022

Earnings data Q3 2022

Earnings data Q4 2022

Earnings data Q1 2023

Earnings data Q2 2023

Earnings data Q3 2023

Earnings data Q4 2023

Earnings data Q1 2024

Earnings data Q2 2024

Earnings data Q3 2024

Earnings data Q4 2024

Alphabet addresses revenue challenges, bets big on AI innovation

Alphabet navigated revenue challenges in Q4 2022, emphasizing AI opportunities and cost efficiency. The company is focused on innovation, cost reengineering, and sustainable growth across its divisions. Strategic investments in AI, hardware, and Other Bets are key priorities.

Alphabet excels in Q1 with strong Search and Cloud performance

Alphabet's Q1 performance reflects strength in Search, Cloud, and YouTube segments, with a focus on AI and innovation.
Challenges include economic headwinds, expense management, and profitability in Other Bets segment.
Opportunities for growth lie in AI development, Shorts monetization, and evolving partnerships for sustainable growth.
Alphabet emphasizes innovation, user value, and expense optimization to drive long-term profitability and growth.

Alphabet (GOOG) reports strong Q2 earnings driven by Search and Cloud innovation

Alphabet's Q2 performance reflects revenue growth and operational efficiency improvements. The company's focus on innovation in AI and cloud services positions it well for future growth. Challenges in the Other Bets segment and infrastructure investments require strategic management.

Alphabet (GOOG) reports robust Q3 performance amidst AI-driven innovations

Alphabet's Q3 performance showcased strong revenue growth, driven by key segments like Search, YouTube, and Cloud, supported by AI advancements and hardware innovations.
While facing challenges related to geopolitical impacts on advertising and margin concerns, Alphabet's strategic strengths in AI integration, responsible deployment, and diversified revenue streams position it well for future growth.
Opportunities in leveraging AI for advertising efficiency, expanding AI-driven capabilities, and navigating privacy regulations present avenues for Alphabet to drive innovation, revenue growth, and market leadership.
With a focus on customer adoption, technological advancements, and strategic partnerships, Alphabet remains poised to capitalize on its strengths, address challenges, and seize opportunities for sustainable growth.

Alphabet posts strong Q4 earnings driven by AI and cloud growth

Alphabet's Q4 performance reflects robust revenue growth, profitability, and strategic focus on AI, subscriptions, and cloud services.
Strengths in Google Services and YouTube ads underscore revenue diversification and innovation, while challenges in Other Bets and rising costs warrant attention.
Opportunities abound in AI-driven growth, product expansion, and infrastructure investments, positioning Alphabet for continued success and market leadership.

Alphabet (GOOG) reports robust Q1 earnings, eyes $100B YouTube and Cloud run rate

Alphabet's Q1 2024 earnings call highlighted strong revenue growth, AI leadership, and innovation in Search, YouTube, and Cloud. Despite facing challenges in cost management and Cloud adoption, the company is leveraging its strengths in AI and efficiency to drive positive user engagement and monetization. With a focus on research and innovation, Alphabet is well-positioned for future growth and opportunities.

Revenue

Cost of revenue

Gross profit

Operating expenses

SG&A

Other

Operating income

EBITDA

Net income

Earnings per share

Total assets

Current assets

Cash & equivalents

Receivables

Inventory

Non-current assets

Net PPE

Intangibles

Total liabilities

Current liabilities

Short term debt

Income tax payable

Non-current liabilities

Long-term debt

Total equity

Stockholders equity

Minority interest

Total liabilities & equity

Total debt

Net debt

Book value per share

Cash from operations

Funds from operations

Change in working capital

Cash from investing

Capital expenditure

Purchase/sale of investments

Purchase/sale of business

Other sources

Cash from financing

Change in stock

Change in debt

Cash dividends paid

Cash from other sources

Net change in cash

Free cash flow

EU antitrust officials are considering an order to Alphabet unit Google to stop its anti-competitive practices in its adtech business but will not issue a breakup order as they had originally warned, people with direct knowledge of the matter said.

Exclusive: EU break-up order to Google unlikely for now, sources say

Uber

The latest partnership between the companies comes as self-driving cars are gaining traction.

Waymo to Offer Self-Driving Cars Only on Uber in Austin and Atlanta

Zacks.com users have recently been watching Alphabet (GOOG) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

Is Trending Stock Alphabet Inc. (GOOG) a Buy Now?

Ride-hailing platform Uber Technologies said on Friday it would bring autonomous ride hailing to Austin, Texas, and Atlanta, Georgia, in partnership with Alphabet's Waymo.

Uber, Waymo bring autonomous ride hailing to Austin, Atlanta

Uber riders in Austin and Atlanta will be able to hail a Waymo robotaxi through the app in early 2025 as part of an expanded partnership between the two companies.

Waymo robotaxis will be on the Uber app in Austin, Atlanta in early 2025

Uber will offer driverless ride-hailing trips with Waymo in Austin, Texas, and Atlanta starting early 2025 The rides will only be available via the Uber app

Uber announces expansion of Waymo partnership to Austin and Atlanta

Alphabet began to pay a dividend this spring. The payout equates to a low yield now, but the tech giant has plenty of room to grow its dividend.

New Nasdaq-100 Dividend Payer: Is This the Perfect Dividend Growth Stock?

Apple

Amazon

Microsoft

A strong brand indicates a company may have pricing power for its products. Just because a company has a top brand doesn't mean its stock is an automatic buy.

According to Experts, These Are the World's Most Valuable Brands. Are They Also Great Stocks to Buy Now?

NVIDIA

The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed an improvement in the overall market sentiment, while the index remained in the “Fear” zone on Thursday.

S&P 500 Gains For 4th Straight Session Amid Rise In Nvidia, Alphabet, And Other Tech Stocks: Greed Index Remains In 'Fear' Zone

A European regulator is investigating whether Google's artificial intelligence model complies with privacy laws. Ireland's Data Protection Commission (DPC) is examining whether the tech giant performed a legally required data protection impact assessment before processing European Union residents' personal data used in its Pathways Language Model 2, according to a Thursday (Sept.

Google AI Model Faces EU Data Privacy Investigation

Google knew publishers would balk when it took measures in 2019 to keep them from diverting ad sales to competitors, prompting it to try to make the change look more palatable, according to internal documents shown at the tech titan's antitrust trial on Thursday.

Google knew publishers would dislike ad tech change that helped it profit

U.S. Companies Paid Over $162 Billion in Dividends in Q2 2024

Alphabet Inc./Google's stock has dropped 23% since July due to market volatility and temporary uncertainty issues. Alphabet's recent earnings beat estimates, showing strong growth in key segments like YouTube ads and Google Search, suggesting continued robust performance. Despite current uncertainties, Google's forward P/E ratio is below 18, making it exceptionally cheap given its revenue growth and profitability potential.

Google's Potential Path To $500

DA Davidson gave Alphabet a neutral rating, but a price target of $170. The company is facing a number of challenges, including an antitrust trial that's about to begin.

Is Alphabet Going to $170? 1 Wall Street Analyst Thinks So

Owens & Minor

OMI announces partnership with Google Cloud to enhance existing QSight capabilities.

Owens & Minor Stock to Gain From New Collaboration With Google Cloud

A recent survey suggests a growing number of users are relying on ChatGPT for their queries. Google still dominates searches, but it could be more difficult to stay on top than it has been.

Is ChatGPT Taking Market Share From Google Search? Alphabet Could Have a Problem It Hasn't Had to Worry About for Years

An Irish regulator helping to police European Union data privacy launched an investigation Thursday into Google's artificial intelligence development.

Ireland launches EU privacy probe into Google AI development

Trade Desk

The Trade Desk CEO Jeff Green is calling for Google to be broken up amid the tech giant's antitrust trial. The DOJ and 17 states allege Google used acquisitions and tactics to monopolize digital ads.

The CEO of $50 billion adtech giant The Trade Desk is calling for Google to be broken up

Google's antitrust trial by the DOJ targets its digital advertising monopoly, but I believe the core business remains strong and undervalued. Despite a 17.25% share drop, Google's Q2 ad revenue shows dominance, and a breakup could unlock hidden value for investors. The DOJ's lawsuit focuses on a shrinking segment; even if Google loses, a spinout could yield $150 billion in equity value.

Google: Not Worried About The Antitrust Trial

adidas AG

Colgate-Palmolive

AB Electrolux

Expedia

iShares U.S. Treasury Bond ETF

Haleon PLC

Interactive Brokers

Legal & General Group PLC

London Stock Exchange Group PLC

Mowi ASA

Charles Schwab

Under Armour

UBS Group AG

Unilever

In this article, I go through a typical day and note 20 stocks whose revenue I contribute to, and would find it difficult not to. One motivation was to see how much of my budget at attention go into Magnificent 7 stocks, and whether that is in proportion to market cap. This list could be used to create a portfolio of 20 "counter-consumption" stocks with the goal of generating dividends to fund daily consumption.

20 'Every Day Stocks' I'd Struggle To Live Without

European Union regulators said Thursday they're looking into one of Google's artificial intelligence models over concerns about its compliance with the bloc's strict data privacy rules.

Google's AI model faces European Union scrutiny from privacy watchdog

Google's lead EU privacy regulator opened an inquiry on Thursday into whether the search engine giant adequately protected European Union users' personal data before using it to help develop its foundational AI Model.

Top EU privacy regulator opens probe into Google's AI compliance

The Justice Department highlighted remarks in 2009 by David Rosenblatt, Google's former president of display advertising, on the third day of making their case that the company has abused its control of digital market technology to siphon revenue from publishers and advertisers.

Google exec said firm's ‘goal' was to ‘crush' digital ad rivals: court docs

Apple and Alphabet-owned Google were both handed defeats by the European Union's top court this week, as the bloc's regulators continue their crackdowns against major tech firms.

Apple, Google owe whopping tax bills due to EU's crackdown on Big Tech

Google is now the 4th largest enterprise software company, according to the chief executive of its cloud-computing business, Thomas Kurian.

News for Alphabet Stock (GOOG)