
NASDAQ:GOOG
This summary was created by AI, based on 93 opinions in the last 12 months.
Experts have shown a varied but generally positive outlook for Alphabet Inc. (GOOG), emphasizing its advancements in AI, particularly with its Gemini platform, which they believe has positioned the company favorably in the tech landscape. Despite a recent negative cash flow and some concerns regarding valuation, many analysts note the impressive earnings and revenue beats, highlighting robust growth in the cloud and ad sectors. The consensus leans toward a belief that GOOG will remain a key player in both AI and digital advertising, with significant potential for future value creation. Regulatory scrutiny and market competition are acknowledged as risks, yet many maintain that GOOG's extensive user base and diversified business model provide it with a strong moat. Overall, analysts recommend holding the stock, with some advocating for patience and waiting for a potential pullback to maximize investment returns.
A terrific business. Huge amounts of dollars are moving from print to online and Google (and Facebook) are largely receiving them. Usage is growing and reach is enormous. Things will continue to go well. Strong cash flow and balance sheet. Through Waymo, Google is a leader in self-driving cars, too. They're spending on R&D so they could spin off more opportunities in the future.
She's held it for a long while. With the recent pullback, valuations are attractive. They will continue to grow 15-20%. There's still growth in their online advertising and Google already hold a large share of digital ads. Regulatory scrutiny in this sector is a risk, yes. (Analysts' price target $1,275.41)
(A Top Pick May 17/17 Up 8%). With Mark Zuckerberg providing testimony lately, there could be future concerns. At present all is well and there is lots of runway for growth. They have posted 32 quarters in a row of 20% revenue growth or more. The fundamental drivers provide unbelievable growth opportunity and he is going to stick with
Has dominant 70% market share of global search and ad revenue which is growing 20% a year. 32 quarters of revenue growth over eight years. But need to get spending under control (in machine learning, autonomous driving and the Cloud, for example). They have scads of cash. (Analysts' target of $1,277)
He thinks this is a great company. You still have 15-18% growth expectations over the next few years. Issues over Facebook’s privacy policy has him being cautious, but he does not think they are as invasive as Facebook.