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Alphabet Hits $3 Trillion Mark Amid Court Victory

12/12/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Alphabet Inc. surpassed a $3 trillion market value, not seen since 2018.
A federal court ruling allowed Alphabet to retain ownership of Google Chrome.
Alphabet's stock has surged nearly 50% since the ruling.
Alphabet reported Q3 revenue of $102.3 billion, up 16% year over year.
Despite EU regulatory challenges, analysts maintain a Strong Buy with a price target signaling upside.

History

Historical Context

Alphabet Inc. was established in 2015 to streamline Google's operations and enhance accountability. By 2018, it reached a market value of $1 trillion, driven largely by its advertising revenue. This value soared to $3 trillion by 2023, reflecting Alphabet's dominance in the tech sector, despite facing significant regulatory scrutiny, including a €4.34 billion fine from the EU in 2018 for antitrust violations.

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Story summary

Alphabet Inc. surpassed a $3 trillion market value, not seen since 2018.
A federal court ruling allowed Alphabet to retain ownership of Google Chrome.
Alphabet's stock has surged nearly 50% since the ruling.
Alphabet reported Q3 revenue of $102.3 billion, up 16% year over year.
Despite EU regulatory challenges, analysts maintain a Strong Buy with a price target signaling upside.

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