Alphabet to Announce Q4 Earnings Amid Record Stock Performance

Investors and analysts focus on revenue growth, AI strategy, and regulatory challenges as Alphabet prepares to release its earnings report.

Alphabet is expected to report Q4 revenue of $96.6 billion, a 12% increase year-over-year, with earnings per share projected at $2.12.
The company's stock recently hit a record high of $205.48, reflecting investor optimism about Alphabet's AI advancements and overall growth potential.
Analysts are closely monitoring Alphabet's AI spending plans, particularly in light of competition from Chinese startup DeepSeek's cost-efficient AI model.
Regulatory scrutiny continues as the Department of Justice pushes for the divestiture of Google Chrome, citing antitrust concerns in the search market.
Waymo, Alphabet's self-driving car subsidiary, announced plans for international expansion and new commercial services in Austin and Atlanta in 2025.