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Why Alphabet Stock Popped Today

Alphabet might remain free cash flow positive in 2026 -- but what about 2027?

Why Alphabet Stock Popped Today

Published August 3, 2026 · Category: Finance

Overview

Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG) (NASDAQ: GOOGL) stock jumped 5.1% through 12:55 p.m. ET Monday after analysts at Morgan Stanley reassured investors about the company's prospects amid record levels of investment in AI infrastructure.

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Alphabet reported strong earnings last week, beating expectations with profits of $9.11 per share -- triple what analysts expected. Surprisingly, Alphabet stock sold off after the report and, in fact, continued to trade below its pre-earnings price all the way through Friday.

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