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Alphabet Inc. Cl C

Alphabet Inc. Cl C

  • 21.03.2025 20:05
  • barrons.com
  • Keywords: Alphabet Inc., Google, NASDAQ

Alphabet Inc. Cl C operates in software, healthcare, and transportation through segments like Google Services and Cloud. Its stock closed at $166.25, up 0.73%, with an average price target of $219.12 from analysts.

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Estimated market influence

Alphabet Inc.

Alphabet Inc.

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Analyst rating: Buy

The article discusses Alphabet Inc.'s stock performance and financial metrics, indicating a positive influence on the company's market standing.

Google

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Analyst rating: N/A

As part of Alphabet Inc., Google's segments are highlighted with strong fundamentals and growth potential.

NASDAQ

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Analyst rating: Buy

The NASDAQ is mentioned as the stock exchange where Alphabet Inc. is listed, but no direct impact on company performance is discussed.

Context

Alphabet Inc. Cl C Analysis

Company Overview

  • Sector: Technology (Software, Healthcare, Transportation)
  • Segments:
    • Google Services: Ads, Android, Chrome, Devices, Google Maps, Google Play, Search, YouTube
    • Google Cloud: Enterprise cloud services
    • Other Bets:moonshot initiatives like Waymo and Verily

Fundamentals

  • Revenue Growth: Strong revenue growth driven by advertising and cloud computing
  • Margins:
    • Operating margin: TBA
    • Net margin: TBA
  • Earnings Per Share (EPS): $8.05 (TTM)
  • P/E Ratio: 20.66 (TTM)
  • Dividend Yield: 0.48%
  • Latest Dividend: $0.20
  • Ex-Dividend Date: Mar 10, 2025

Valuation Metrics

  • Market Value: $2T
  • Shares Outstanding: 5.5B
  • Average Volume: 19.69M shares
  • Beta: 1.22 (higher than market average)
  • Short Interest:
    • Shorted shares: 38.86M
    • Percent of float: 0.76%
    • Short interest change: -10.91%

Technical Indicators

  • Price Performance:
    • Closing Price: $166.25 (Mar 21, 2025)
    • YTD Change: -12.70%
    • 12 Month Change: +9.54%
  • Volume:
    • Today's Volume: 29.88M (151.75% of Avg)
    • Day Range: $163.03 - $166.47
    • 52 Week Range: $148.20 - $208.70

Peer Comparison

  • Peers:
    • TBA (List of peers provided but no specific comparison data)
  • Market Position: Strong competitive position in search, advertising, and cloud services

Market Trends & Business Impact

  • Growth Drivers:
    • Advertising revenue: Dominant market share with Google Ads
    • Cloud computing: Increasing adoption and enterprise demand
    • Emerging markets: Potential for growth in developing regions
  • Challenges:
    • Regulatory scrutiny: Antitrust issues globally
    • Competition: From peers like TBA
    • Economic sensitivity: Ad spending may decline during economic downturns

Competitive Dynamics

  • Strategic Considerations:
    • Innovation in AI and machine learning
    • Expansion of cloud services
    • Investments in emerging technologies (e.g., Waymo, Verily)
  • Competitive Advantage: Strong brand, large user base, and extensive ecosystem

Long-Term Effects & Regulatory Impacts

  • Regulatory Risks:
    • Ongoing antitrust investigations in multiple jurisdictions
    • Potential fines or forced divestitures
  • Long-Term Growth:
    • Sustainability of advertising revenue model
    • Success of "Other Bets" initiatives
    • Ability to maintain innovation and competitive edge

Analyst Consensus

  • Average Price Target: $219.12 (67 ratings)
  • Analyst Rating: BUY (Upgraded from HOLD on 08/01/23)
  • Fundamental Balance: Strong mix of growth and value