Alphabet Stock Surges 38% on Strong Earnings AI Growth, Court Victory

Alphabet, Google's parent company, has seen a significant surge in its stock price, driven by a combination of strong quarterly earnings, positive court rulings, and advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). The company reported a 35% increase in Earnings Per Share for Q3 2025, with notable growth in search, cloud computing, and YouTube advertising, which boosted investor confidence and led to a stock price jump over 5% in after-hours trading. A favorable September antitrust ruling allowed Google to retain key assets like Chrome and Android, alleviating fears of forced divestitures and further strengthening investor sentiment. Analysts from major firms such as JPMorgan Chase and KeyBanc Capital Markets raised price targets for Alphabet, citing AI momentum and strategic investments in technology as key growth drivers. Despite a slowdown in revenue growth to the low teens, investors remain optimistic about Alphabet's AI initiatives, including its Gemini AI models and cloud services. The company is set to report earnings alongside other tech giants, with expectations of continued revenue growth and strong financial performance.