Alphabet Just Delivered 82% Cloud Growth. Why It Wasn't Enough

Alphabet reported strong Q2 earnings with 82% Google Cloud revenue growth to $24.8B and overall revenue up 24% to $119.8B. However, the stock fell after-hours as investors focused on the company's massive capital expenditure increase of $15B to $195-205B annually. Alphabet reported negative free cash flow of $5.8B for the first time as a public company, with expectations for continued negative FCF due to AI infrastructure spending.

07/22/2026, 8:17 PM • The Motley Fool

Is NuScale Power a Better Nuclear Energy Stock Than Constellation Energy?

Nuclear energy demand is surging due to AI data center power requirements. NuScale Power holds a first-mover advantage with NRC-approved small modular reactors but faces years before commercialization and execution risks. Constellation Energy, with 22 GW of operating nuclear capacity and major hyperscaler contracts (Microsoft, Meta), is better positioned to capitalize on near-term nuclear energy demand growth.

07/22/2026, 3:30 PM • The Motley Fool

Mark Zuckerberg's Meta Is in Talks for a $10 Billion Anthropic Deal That Would Make Meta the Fourth Major Cloud Provider. Meta Stock Reports Q2 Earnings on July 29.

Meta is in talks for a $10 billion deal with Anthropic to lease cloud computing capacity, potentially positioning itself as a fourth major cloud provider. The company plans to spend $125-145 billion on capex in 2026 for AI development. Meta trades at a P/E ratio of 23 (lowest among Magnificent Seven stocks) with 33% YoY revenue growth, but investors remain uncertain about long-term growth prospects beyond digital advertising, which accounts for 98% of revenue.

07/22/2026, 12:26 PM • The Motley Fool

Stock Market Midday, July 22: Markets Brace for Alphabet Earnings as Hyperscaler's AI Debt Comes Into Focus

Markets showed mixed performance on July 22, 2026, with tech stocks under pressure amid concerns about massive AI infrastructure spending. Oil prices surged above $86/barrel due to Middle East tensions, fueling inflation worries. Goldman Sachs highlighted $489 billion in AI-related debt issuance this year, with hyperscalers accounting for 40%. Investors await Alphabet and Tesla earnings after hours to assess whether intensive AI spending is translating to revenue growth.

07/22/2026, 12:19 PM • The Motley Fool

My 2 Favorite Discount "Magnificent Seven" Stocks to Buy Now

The article highlights Nvidia and Microsoft as attractive discount opportunities among the "Magnificent Seven" tech stocks. Nvidia dominates the AI chip market with strong revenue growth and high profitability, while Microsoft benefits from AI integration into its software suite and cloud business. Both stocks are trading at lower valuations after recent momentum loss, presenting buying opportunities as the long-term AI story remains intact.

07/22/2026, 12:10 PM • The Motley Fool

Prediction: AMD Stock Will Skyrocket After Aug. 4 Due to This Massive News

AMD has secured Microsoft as a major customer for its Helios rack-scale server platform, with deployment beginning in the second half of 2026. This partnership, following Meta's earlier adoption, positions AMD to capture significant share in the rapidly growing AI server market expected to reach $838 billion by 2030. The news could drive stronger-than-expected Q2 earnings results on Aug. 4.

07/22/2026, 10:33 AM • The Motley Fool

If Mark Zuckerberg Says These Words on July 29, Meta Platforms' Stock Could Skyrocket

Meta Platforms is expected to announce a cloud computing business during its Q2 earnings on July 29. If CEO Mark Zuckerberg confirms the launch, the stock could surge as it would justify the company's massive AI infrastructure spending and create a lucrative new revenue stream. However, if the announcement doesn't happen, the stock could sell off as the market has already priced in this expectation.

07/22/2026, 6:05 AM • The Motley Fool

Glow Emerges From Stealth With $180 Million to Reinvent Endpoint Security in the AI Era

Glow, an AI-powered endpoint security startup founded by executives from Meta, Snowflake, and Claroty, has emerged from stealth with $180 million in funding at a $1.2 billion valuation. The company aims to redefine enterprise endpoint security with a prevention-first approach designed for the AI era, addressing the rapid adoption of AI tools on corporate devices.

07/22/2026, 6:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

STARTRADER Introduces 24/7 US Stock CFDs Across NVIDIA, Apple, Meta, and Leading Global Equities

STARTRADER announced the launch of 42 new 24/5 US Stock CFDs and confirmed 43 new 24/7 US Stock CFDs starting July 27, 2026, expanding its offering to 85 instruments. The 24/7 range includes major tech and financial stocks like NVIDIA, Apple, Microsoft, Meta, Amazon, and JPMorgan, enabling trading across all time zones to address market events occurring outside traditional trading hours.

07/22/2026, 3:39 AM • GlobeNewswire

How the Potential $10 Billion Compute Lease Deal Between Meta Platforms and Anthropic Affects Neocloud Stocks

Meta Platforms is reportedly in early-stage talks with Anthropic for a $10 billion compute lease deal over 2 years, raising concerns among neocloud investors about potential competition. However, Meta's own massive compute needs and the strong demand from AI developers suggest neoclouds like Nebius, CoreWeave, and Iren can diversify their customer bases and secure long-term contracts ahead of potential hyperscaler competition.

07/22/2026, 3:12 AM • The Motley Fool

Why AppLovin Stock Fell 24% in the First Half of 2026

AppLovin stock declined 24% in the first half of 2026 despite strong financial performance, driven by concerns about AI disruption, competition from Meta in iOS ad tracking, and a short-seller attack. However, the company continues to deliver impressive revenue growth (66% increase) and profit margins, with management showing confidence through stock buybacks.

07/22/2026, 1:22 AM • The Motley Fool

Why Nebius Stock Soared Today

Nebius Group stock surged 18.91% after Nvidia disclosed a 9.3% equity stake (22.3 million shares) worth approximately $5 billion. The investment follows a strategic partnership announced in March between the two companies to deploy AI-focused cloud computing infrastructure. Nebius has secured over $40 billion in contracted revenue from major tech partners including Microsoft and Meta.

07/21/2026, 7:03 PM • The Motley Fool

Jamie Dimon's Latest Warning Sends Shockwaves Through Wall Street. History Is Very Clear About What Happens Next.

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warned that investors are underestimating economic headwinds and are not being prudent buyers at current stock valuations. He expressed skepticism about AI spending payoffs, noting they won't materialize as expected. The S&P 500's Shiller CAPE ratio has reached levels last seen during the dot-com bubble, historically preceding market declines. However, the article notes that while pullbacks are inevitable, long-term investors who focus on quality companies and valuations can still achieve significant gains.

07/21/2026, 6:15 PM • The Motley Fool

SpaceX Stock Is Down 40% From Its Post-IPO Peak. Here's What History Says Happens to Mega-IPOs After a Drop Like This.

SpaceX stock has fallen 40% from its post-IPO peak and trades below its $135 IPO price. Historical analysis of mega-IPOs like Visa, Meta, General Motors, and Rivian shows mixed results, with most experiencing early declines before recovering over time. However, few mega-IPOs have delivered exceptional returns, suggesting investors may find better opportunities in lower-profile IPOs with strong fundamentals.

07/21/2026, 4:29 PM • The Motley Fool

Is Nebius Group Stock Still a Buy After Meta's AI Cloud Move?

Nebius Group faces investor pressure following reports that Meta may rent out excess AI compute capacity. However, the bullish case suggests the AI compute shortage is large enough that independent cloud providers like Nebius can still thrive alongside major tech companies.

07/20/2026, 2:15 PM • The Motley Fool