SeekingAlpha · Aug 28, 2026
NYSE · GOOGL
Alphabet Inc.
Technology · Internet Content & Information
$340.65
Up+$1.47 (+0.43%)
Updated Aug 28, 2026, 1:39 PM
SID Score
6.2/10
Composite research score
Smart Money
47/100
Neutral
- Market cap
- 3.77T
- P/E ratio
- 30.4
- Dividend yield
- 0.24%
- 52-week range
- $272.11 – $408.61
- Volume
- 23.69M
- Avg. volume
- 36.59M
Price performance
GOOGL price history
1M range · 21 trading sessions · Daily adjusted prices
GOOGL closed at $340.65 after 21 trading sessions, up 2.09% for the selected period.
- Last close
- $340.65
- Period change
- +2.09%
- Period low
- $333.66
- Period high
- $377.65
Daily close
View OHLC price history
| Date | Open | High | Low | Close | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2026 | $339.67 | $341.69 | $338.52 | $340.65 | 23.69M |
| Aug 26, 2026 | $346.62 | $346.88 | $340.18 | $342.00 | 20.42M |
| Aug 25, 2026 | $349.64 | $350.16 | $345.60 | $346.96 | 20.65M |
| Aug 24, 2026 | $343.615 | $351.60 | $342.49 | $348.06 | 26.34M |
| Aug 21, 2026 | $342.575 | $346.20 | $340.40 | $344.82 | 20.85M |
| Aug 20, 2026 | $343.06 | $343.90 | $338.5651 | $340.67 | 18.57M |
| Aug 19, 2026 | $342.455 | $346.73 | $340.66 | $344.72 | 19.73M |
| Aug 18, 2026 | $342.405 | $344.8699 | $340.19 | $344.20 | 19.25M |
| Aug 17, 2026 | $346.265 | $347.25 | $341.93 | $344.00 | 18.29M |
| Aug 14, 2026 | $346.80 | $350.45 | $344.50 | $345.90 | 17.81M |
| Aug 13, 2026 | $345.77 | $347.93 | $343.76 | $346.36 | 17.87M |
| Aug 12, 2026 | $346.31 | $346.48 | $340.88 | $343.54 | 25.01M |
| Aug 11, 2026 | $355.89 | $356.81 | $343.39 | $343.80 | 29.08M |
| Aug 10, 2026 | $355.175 | $357.61 | $352.71 | $357.52 | 18.99M |
| Aug 7, 2026 | $356.72 | $358.90 | $353.78 | $354.30 | 19.86M |
| Aug 6, 2026 | $360.77 | $364.1259 | $356.88 | $357.75 | 25.24M |
| Aug 5, 2026 | $383.34 | $384.48 | $356.77 | $362.43 | 46.93M |
| Aug 4, 2026 | $368.22 | $380.52 | $367.50 | $377.65 | 35.71M |
| Aug 3, 2026 | $365.445 | $376.6932 | $363.35 | $373.51 | 39.02M |
| Jul 31, 2026 | $340.83 | $358.58 | $340.00 | $356.13 | 46.5M |
| Jul 30, 2026 | $334.195 | $336.51 | $330.34 | $333.66 | 30.17M |
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GOOGL research
Overview
Company profile and research snapshot.
Company profile
Alphabet is a holding company that wholly owns internet giant Google. The California-based company derives slightly less than 90% of its revenue from Google services, the vast majority of which is advertising sales. Alongside online ads, Google services houses sales stemming from Google's subscription services (YouTube TV and YouTube Music, among others), platforms (sales and in-app purchases on Play Store), and devices (Chromebooks, Pixel smartphones, and smart home products such as Chromecast). Google's cloud computing platform accounts for roughly 10% of Alphabet's revenue. The firm's investments in up-and-coming technologies such as self-driving cars (Waymo), health (Verily), and internet access (Google Fiber) make up the rest.
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Consensus and target data currently published for this company.
- Consensus
- Buy
- Average target
- $304.48
- Implied upside
- —
- Analysts
- 40
| Date | Firm | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 2026 | Roth Capital | Buy | — |
| Jul 23, 2026 | RBC Capital | Outperform | — |
| Jul 23, 2026 | DA Davidson | Neutral | — |
| Jul 23, 2026 | BMO Capital | Outperform | — |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Overweight | — |
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Alphabet Inc. Stock Performance
Alphabet Inc. shares closed at $340.65, declining 1.35% in the most recent session, per SID market data. The stock has experienced a modest 1.17% gain over the past month but remains down 12.68% over the trailing three-month period, indicating sustained near-term selling pressure. On a twelve-month basis, GOOGL has returned 6.58%, underperforming the broader technology sector. Technical indicators reflect bearish momentum, with the 14-day RSI reading at 33.7, approaching oversold territory. The stock is currently trading below its 50-day moving average of $350.12 but remains above its 200-day moving average of $336.42, according to Massive/Polygon data. GOOGL carries a beta of 1.07, suggesting slightly above-market volatility. Average daily trading volume stands at approximately 36.6 million shares, supporting robust liquidity. The company maintains a market capitalization of approximately $3.77 trillion, solidifying its position among the largest publicly traded companies globally.
Alphabet Inc. Valuation Analysis
Alphabet Inc. trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 30.40, reflecting a premium valuation relative to the broader market, per SID market data. The company's PEG ratio stands at 3.84, suggesting that the current P/E multiple is elevated relative to its expected earnings growth rate. The price-to-book ratio of 9.76 and price-to-sales ratio of 9.89 further underscore Alphabet's premium positioning within the technology sector. According to SEC filings, Alphabet has initiated a dividend program, with the current dividend yield at approximately 0.27%, a relatively modest return for income-focused investors but notable as the company only recently began returning capital through dividends. At a market capitalization of $3.77 trillion, Alphabet remains one of the most highly valued companies globally. These valuation metrics indicate the market continues to price in significant future growth expectations despite the stock's recent three-month pullback of 12.68%.
Smart Money Activity for GOOGL
Alphabet Inc. carries a composite smart money score of 47 out of 100, registering a neutral signal overall, per SID market data. Institutional positioning is notably strong, scoring a perfect 25 out of 25, indicating robust accumulation by large fund managers according to 13F institutional filings. In contrast, insider sentiment presents a more cautious picture, scoring 0.0 out of 25. SEC Form 4 filings reveal 20 insider transactions over the past 90 days, comprising 7 purchases and 13 sales, reflecting a net selling bias among company executives and directors. Dark pool activity scores 9.0 out of 25, suggesting below-average levels of off-exchange institutional accumulation. Congressional trading activity registers at 13.2 out of 25, indicating moderate engagement from lawmakers holding GOOGL positions. The divergence between institutional enthusiasm at the maximum score and insider net selling activity represents a notable contrast that warrants monitoring. Overall, the neutral composite score reflects these offsetting signals across different smart money categories.
Alphabet Inc. Earnings Outlook
Alphabet Inc. has delivered consecutive earnings beats in its most recent reported quarters, according to company earnings reports. In the quarter reported on July 22, 2026, Alphabet posted actual earnings per share of $9.11 against a consensus estimate of $2.87, representing a substantial positive surprise of $6.24. The prior quarter, reported on April 29, 2026, showed actual EPS of $5.11 versus an estimate of $2.66, delivering a $2.45 upside surprise. These results demonstrate significant earnings outperformance and suggest analyst models may be underestimating the company's profitability trajectory. Looking ahead, the next scheduled earnings report is anticipated around July 27, 2026, with a current consensus estimate of $2.87 per share. A subsequent quarter carries an estimate of $2.61, per analyst estimates. The pattern of large positive surprises — exceeding estimates by 92% and 217% respectively in the two most recent quarters — highlights the company's capacity to substantially outperform expectations.
Wall Street Analyst Ratings for GOOGL
Wall Street consensus on Alphabet Inc. remains predominantly bullish, with multiple firms reiterating positive ratings following the company's most recent earnings report. On July 23, 2026, Morgan Stanley maintained its Overweight rating, while BMO Capital reiterated an Outperform designation, according to Wall Street analyst reports. RBC Capital also maintained its Outperform rating, and Roth Capital reiterated a Buy recommendation. DA Davidson stood as the sole neutral voice among recent coverage updates, maintaining its Neutral rating on the stock. Notably, none of the five analysts adjusted their ratings from prior assessments, indicating steady conviction in their respective theses, per SID consensus data. The four-to-one ratio of bullish-to-neutral ratings among recent updates reflects broad institutional confidence in Alphabet's fundamental trajectory. These reiterations came immediately after the company reported a $6.24 earnings surprise, suggesting analysts view the strong results as consistent with their existing positive outlooks rather than warranting further upgrades at current valuation levels.
