Sundar Pichai Reported Alphabet's Cloud Revenue Grew 82% to $24.8 Billion Last Quarter, With the Gemini App Reaching 950 Million Monthly Users. Is Google Cloud Becoming a Bigger Growth Driver Than Search?

Alphabet's Google Cloud revenue surged 82% to $24.8 billion in Q2, significantly outpacing search revenue growth of 17%. With 950 million Gemini app users and a $514 billion revenue backlog, Google Cloud is emerging as a primary growth driver for Alphabet's AI-focused future, though search still accounts for over half of total revenue.

10/10/2026, 5:29 AM • The Motley Fool

Forget Savings Accounts: The Stock Market Is Still the Best Wealth Builder, and This Is My Top Pick for 2026.

The article argues that savings accounts with low interest rates cannot build meaningful wealth and recommends investing in the stock market for long-term retirement planning. It advocates for index funds like SPY and VOO as low-risk options, while also highlighting Alphabet as a solid individual stock pick due to its dominant position in search and advertising despite AI industry uncertainties.

10/10/2026, 5:04 AM • The Motley Fool

ROSEN, A GLOBAL AND LEADING LAW FIRM, Encourages Alphabet Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - GOOGL, GOOG

Rosen Law Firm has filed a class action lawsuit against Alphabet Inc. on behalf of investors who purchased securities between May 19, 2026 and July 16, 2026. The lawsuit alleges that Alphabet made materially false and misleading statements regarding the Gemini 3.5 Pro, claiming it delivered disappointing training results and would face significant launch delays. Investors who purchased during this period may be eligible for compensation. The deadline to serve as lead plaintiff is December 1, 2026.

10/09/2026, 6:56 PM • GlobeNewswire

Could Investing $10,000 in Alphabet Today Make You a Millionaire?

While a $10,000 investment in Alphabet at its 2004 IPO would be worth over $1 million today, the article argues the company is unlikely to repeat such extraordinary returns over the next 22 years. However, Alphabet remains a strong long-term holding due to multiple growth drivers including its dominant advertising business, expanding cloud computing segment, streaming services, and autonomous vehicle division Waymo. Warren Buffett's recent increased investment in Alphabet through Berkshire Hathaway signals confidence in the company's long-term prospects, though investors should adjust expectations for more moderate returns.

10/09/2026, 2:12 PM • The Motley Fool

Not IonQ. Not D-Wave. This Magnificent Quantum Computing Stock Is the One to Own for the Long Haul.

While IonQ and D-Wave are making technological progress in quantum computing, both remain unprofitable with unproven business models and face substantial dilution risks. Alphabet is presented as the superior long-term quantum computing investment, leveraging its existing AI ecosystem, cloud infrastructure, and proven business model to integrate quantum computing opportunities without relying solely on the technology's success.

10/09/2026, 10:30 AM • The Motley Fool

$5,000 Invested in Nvidia 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth $58,045 Today. Here’s How Much a $5,000 Investment Today Could Be Worth by 2031

Nvidia's stock has delivered exceptional returns over the past five years, with a $5,000 investment growing to $58,045. The article projects that a $5,000 investment today could grow to approximately $8,885 by 2031, assuming 15% average annual EPS growth and a forward P/E ratio of 22x. The AI infrastructure spending boom continues to drive Nvidia's growth, with projections showing spending could exceed $1 trillion by 2029, though future returns are expected to normalize from recent exceptional levels.

10/09/2026, 9:30 AM • The Motley Fool

The S&P 500 Is Not Enough: My 3-Stock Starter Portfolio for New Investors

While S&P 500 index funds offer reliable long-term returns, the author recommends three individual stocks for new investors seeking more upside potential: Alphabet for its dominant search business, GE Vernova for its growing energy infrastructure backlog, and Berkshire Hathaway as a diversified holding company with Warren Buffett's proven investment philosophy.

10/09/2026, 8:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Amazon Just Signed a 20-Year Nuclear Power Deal. Here's the 1 Industrial Stock That Benefits Most.

Amazon and Alphabet have signed 20-year nuclear power purchase agreements with Constellation Energy, signaling the tech industry's commitment to nuclear energy for AI data centers. While Constellation is well-positioned as a major nuclear generator, Cameco—which supplies uranium and owns 49% of Westinghouse—is highlighted as a better investment opportunity, trading 35% below analyst targets as nuclear capacity is expected to triple by 2050.

10/09/2026, 7:33 AM • The Motley Fool

AI Crawlers Turned Away More Than Twice as Often, a Check to Run Before an AI Visibility Audit

Zen Media released guidance on AI visibility audits for brands that rank on Google but go unnamed in AI answers. Data shows AI crawler access denials increased to 13.47% in Q3 2026, with search and user-triggered AI requests growing from 6.51% to 11.92% between Q2 and Q3. The company's audit measures brand visibility across Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and Grok, identifying gaps between SEO performance and AI answer inclusion.

10/09/2026, 7:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

WasabiCard Advances Global Partnership Discussions at TOKEN2049 and Shares Insights on APAC Payment Infrastructure

WasabiCard, a stablecoin-powered payment infrastructure provider, concluded its participation as a Gold Sponsor at TOKEN2049 Singapore 2026, engaging with over 25,000 attendees and 7,000 companies. The company advanced discussions on white-label card issuing, global payouts, and stablecoin settlement, with particular interest from APAC enterprises seeking deployable payment infrastructure. Multiple partnerships progressed to solution scoping and product demonstrations, with follow-up evaluations continuing post-event.

10/09/2026, 6:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

If You're Worried About an AI Bubble, Here's the Tech Stock Portfolio I'd Build

Despite concerns about an AI bubble with some stocks trading at extreme valuations, the article identifies three major tech companies as relatively safe AI investments: Nvidia with a P/E of 31 and strong revenue growth, Amazon leveraging AI through AWS with stable e-commerce backing, and Alphabet benefiting from AI in advertising and cloud services. All three maintain strong liquidity and profitability despite significant capital expenditure commitments.

10/09/2026, 5:10 AM • The Motley Fool

Michael Burry Is Betting Against Artificial Intelligence (AI). Here's the Case for and Against, and the One Stock I'd Still Own.

Michael Burry has increased his bearish bets against AI stocks, warning of a potential crash. While concerns exist about massive infrastructure spending and monetization challenges, the article presents a balanced view noting AI is still in early adoption stages with strong revenue growth potential. Amazon is highlighted as the recommended stock to own regardless of AI's future, given its diversified revenue streams beyond cloud computing.

10/09/2026, 4:02 AM • The Motley Fool

Nebius Group vs. SoundHound AI: Which Tech Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

Nebius Group and SoundHound AI represent different plays in the AI infrastructure boom. Nebius operates a specialized cloud platform for AI workloads with 350% revenue growth and demand exceeding supply, while SoundHound AI provides voice-enabled software with 99% revenue growth but faces profitability challenges and integration risks. The author recommends Nebius due to its stronger market position and less competitive landscape.

10/08/2026, 9:13 PM • The Motley Fool

Here's What a $10,000 Investment in Marvell Stock Could Be Worth in 2031 (Hint: It's a Lot)

Marvell Technology raised its fiscal 2031 revenue guidance to $70-90 billion (midpoint $80B), nearly 10x its fiscal 2026 sales of $8.2 billion, driven by AI infrastructure spending. With partnerships with Alphabet and Nvidia, the company could generate $30+ earnings per share by 2031. At a 22x P/E multiple, the stock could reach ~$660, implying 135-220% upside from current levels and turning a $10,000 investment into $23,500-$32,000.

10/08/2026, 3:15 PM • The Motley Fool

SpaceX's Google AI Pact Is Worth Up to $29 Billion, but Investors Shouldn't Bank on It

Alphabet will pay SpaceX $920 million monthly for compute capacity in a deal potentially worth $29 billion over 32 months. However, the article warns investors that SpaceX's AI revenue lacks durability due to 90-day termination clauses, Alphabet's temporary 'bridging strategy' while building internal capacity, and the risk that current high pricing ($30-50 per watt) won't sustain once supply constraints ease. SpaceX must prove competitive advantages in a less constrained market.

10/08/2026, 2:34 PM • The Motley Fool