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Alphabet Inc. Class C (GOOG) Stock

Alphabet Inc. Class C Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Alphabet Inc. Class C (GOOG), a prominent company in the technology sector within the services-computer programming, data processing, etc. industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NASDAQ.Currently, the stock is trading at $196.59. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $142.49 and $208.21. This places the current price at 94.4% of its 52-week high and 38.0% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 4,359,039. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 75.82, suggesting overbought conditions. The stock is currently trading above its 50-day moving average of $177.52 by 10.74%. Similarly, it is above its 200-day moving average of $175.81 by 11.82%. The MACD histogram is 0.92, indicating bullish momentum (MACD Line: 5.41, Signal Line: 4.49). The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US02079K1079. There are currently 2 active alerts set for GOOG by users.

Market Cap

$2.16T

52-Week High

$208.21

-5.58% from high

52-Week Low

$142.49

+37.97% from low

Avg Daily Volume

26,633,709

100-day average

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

19.87

Near market average

Forward P/E

19.12

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

1.37

Reasonably valued

Price to Book

6.27

EV/EBITDA

13.97

EPS (TTM)

$8.97

Price to Sales

6.02

Beta

1.01

Similar volatility to market

How is GOOG valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Alphabet Inc. Class C trades at a P/E ratio of 19.87, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 19.12 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 1.37 indicates reasonable value when growth is considered.
What is GOOG's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.01, Alphabet Inc. Class C is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility. The price-to-book ratio of 6.27 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

30.90%

Operating Margin

33.90%

Return on Equity

34.80%

Return on Assets

16.90%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

12.00%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

48.80%

How profitable and efficient is GOOG's business model?
Alphabet Inc. Class C achieves a profit margin of 30.90%, meaning it retains $30.90 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 33.90% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 34.80% and ROA at 16.90%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are GOOG's recent growth trends?
Alphabet Inc. Class C's revenue grew by 12.00% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 48.80% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against SERVICES-COMPUTER PROGRAMMING, DATA PROCESSING, ETC. industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$1.00

Dividend Yield

0.47%

Ex-Dividend Date

6/9/2025

Dividend Date

6/16/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from GOOG?
Alphabet Inc. Class C offers a dividend yield of 0.47%, paying $1.00 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 6/9/2025.
How reliable is GOOG's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Alphabet Inc. Class C pays $1.00 per share in dividends against earnings of $8.97 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 11.15%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 6/16/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

5.46B

Book Value/Share

$28.41

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is GOOG's market capitalization and position?
Alphabet Inc. Class C has a market capitalization of $2.16T, classifying it as a mega-cap stock (over $200B). These are the largest, most established companies globally, typically offering stability and liquidity but with more modest growth potential. Mega-caps often pay dividends and weather economic downturns better than smaller companies. With 5.46B shares outstanding, the company's ownership is widely distributed. As a major player in the SERVICES-COMPUTER PROGRAMMING, DATA PROCESSING, ETC. industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does GOOG's price compare to its book value?
Alphabet Inc. Class C's book value per share is $28.41, while the current stock price is $196.59, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 6.92. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$199.62

1.54% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

16

Buy

40

Hold

12

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for GOOG?
68 analysts cover GOOG with 82% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The strong bullish consensus may already be priced in. The consensus target of $199.62 implies 1.5% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on GOOG?
Current analyst recommendations:16 Strong Buy, 40 Buy, 12 Hold, 00The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 04:50 AM

Earnings Dates

Upcoming Earnings

Q3

Oct 27, 2025

Est. EPS: $2.23

In 89 days

Recent Earnings History

DateQuarterEstimated EPSActual EPSSurprise
Jul 23, 2025Q2$2.16$2.31+6.9%
Apr 24, 2025Q1$2.01$2.27+12.9%
Feb 4, 2025Q4$2.11$2.15+1.9%
Oct 28, 2024Q3$1.85$2.12+14.6%
Jul 22, 2024Q2$1.84$1.89+2.7%
Apr 24, 2024Q1$1.51$1.89+25.2%
Jan 29, 2024Q4$1.59$1.64+3.1%
Oct 23, 2023Q3$1.45$1.55+6.9%

Technical Indicators

RSI (14-day)

75.82

Overbought

50-Day Moving Average

$177.52

10.74% above MA-50

200-Day Moving Average

$175.81

11.82% above MA-200

MACD Line

5.41

MACD Signal

4.49

MACD Histogram

0.92

Bullish

What does GOOG's RSI value tell investors?
The RSI (Relative Strength Index) for GOOG is currently 75.82, indicating the stock is in overbought territory (above 70). This suggests strong recent buying pressure that may be unsustainable. While overbought conditions can persist in strong trends, traders often watch for RSI divergences or a drop below 70 as potential sell signals. Combined with the price being above the 50-day moving average, this confirms bullish conditions.
How should traders interpret GOOG's MACD and moving average crossovers?
MACD analysis shows the MACD line at 5.41 above the signal line at 4.49, with histogram at 0.92. This bullish crossover suggests upward momentum is building. The 50-day MA ($177.52) is above the 200-day MA ($175.81), forming a golden cross pattern that typically signals a long-term uptrend. Price is currently above both MAs, confirming strength.

Indicators last updated: Jul 30, 2025, 12:42 AM

Active Alerts

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Reaches new 52-week high
Threshold
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Created
Mar 21, 2025, 08:11 AM
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Reaches new 52-week low
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Created
Feb 27, 2025, 10:28 AM

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