Alphabet attracted heavy investor demand after a US judge blocked a forced Chrome browser sale. Shares climbed steadily, driving the company’s market value above $3 trillion (€2.55tr). Alphabet joined a select group of tech firms exceeding $3 trillion. Nvidia leads with over $4.2 trillion (€3.57tr), while Microsoft holds about $3.8 trillion (€3.23tr), and Apple sits near $3.5 trillion (€3tr). Alphabet’s rally reflected renewed confidence in its long-term position among global technology leaders.
Antitrust Ruling Fuels Investor Confidence
The ruling ended a five-year legal battle that threatened Alphabet’s core businesses. The US Department of Justice had sought to force the sale of Google’s Chrome browser and possibly the Android operating system. Google’s search division, which provides more than half of Alphabet’s revenue, faced the greatest risk. A federal judge rejected the breakup demand but ordered Google to share certain data with competitors. Investors interpreted the ruling as a major win that preserved Alphabet’s structure and protected its dominant products. Market optimism spiked immediately after the decision.
Artificial Intelligence Drives Growth Outlook
Alphabet’s second-quarter earnings reinforced its strong trajectory. The company reported a 15% revenue increase, surpassing forecasts. Executives credited surging demand for artificial intelligence products as a key growth driver. Alphabet shares rose more than 4% on Monday afternoon in Europe. They have already advanced more than 30% since the start of the year. Analysts expect continued momentum as Alphabet expands its AI offerings and capitalizes on its leading position across digital services. The combination of legal relief and strong earnings positioned Alphabet as one of the most valuable companies in history.
