50 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.

The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.

	Bullish	Somewhat Bullish	Indifferent
Total Ratings	16	22	12
Last 30D	1	0	0
1M Ago	3	6	2
2M Ago	5	7	2
3M Ago	7	9	8

Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $238.72, along with a high estimate of $300.00 and a low estimate of $180.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 13.83% increase from the previous average price target of $209.71.

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Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis

The standing of Alphabet among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.

Analyst	Analyst Firm	Action Taken	Rating	Current Price Target	Prior Price Target
Michael Morris	Guggenheim	Raises	Buy	$280.00	$210.00
Brian Pitz	BMO Capital	Raises	Outperform	$294.00	$225.00
Ken Gawrelski	Wells Fargo	Raises	Equal-Weight	$236.00	$187.00
Paul Rossington	HSBC	Announces	Buy	$285.00	-
Brian Nowak	Morgan Stanley	Raises	Overweight	$270.00	$210.00
Lloyd Walmsley	Mizuho	Announces	Outperform	$295.00	-
Michael Nathanson	MoffettNathanson	Raises	Buy	$295.00	$230.00
Deepak Mathivanan	Cantor Fitzgerald	Maintains	Neutral	$201.00	$201.00
Colin Sebastian	Baird	Raises	Outperform	$275.00	$215.00
Youssef Squali	Truist Securities	Raises	Buy	$285.00	$225.00
Andrew Boone	JMP Securities	Raises	Market Outperform	$290.00	$250.00
Thomas Champion	Piper Sandler	Raises	Overweight	$285.00	$220.00
Ronald Josey	Citigroup	Raises	Buy	$280.00	$225.00
Mark Mahaney	Evercore ISI Group	Raises	Outperform	$300.00	$240.00
Ivan Feinseth	Tigress Financial	Raises	Strong Buy	$280.00	$240.00
Maria Ripps	Canaccord Genuity	Raises	Buy	$270.00	$230.00
Jason Helfstein	Oppenheimer	Raises	Outperform	$270.00	$235.00
Ross Sandler	Barclays	Raises	Overweight	$250.00	$235.00
Brad Erickson	RBC Capital	Raises	Outperform	$260.00	$220.00
Justin Patterson	Keybanc	Raises	Overweight	$265.00	$230.00
Andrew Boone	JMP Securities	Raises	Market Outperform	$250.00	$225.00
Laura Martin	Needham	Raises	Buy	$260.00	$220.00
Barton Crockett	Rosenblatt	Raises	Neutral	$224.00	$191.00
Scott Devitt	Wedbush	Raises	Outperform	$245.00	$225.00
Gil Luria	DA Davidson	Raises	Neutral	$190.00	$180.00
Laura Martin	Needham	Maintains	Buy	$220.00	$220.00
Alan Gould	Loop Capital	Raises	Hold	$190.00	$165.00
Ken Gawrelski	Wells Fargo	Raises	Equal-Weight	$187.00	$184.00
Gil Luria	DA Davidson	Raises	Neutral	$180.00	$160.00
Thomas Champion	Piper Sandler	Raises	Overweight	$220.00	$195.00
Ronald Josey	Citigroup	Raises	Buy	$225.00	$203.00
Lloyd Walmsley	UBS	Raises	Neutral	$202.00	$192.00
Brian Pitz	BMO Capital	Raises	Outperform	$225.00	$208.00
Doug Anmuth	JP Morgan	Raises	Overweight	$232.00	$200.00
Rohit Kulkarni	Roth Capital	Raises	Buy	$210.00	$205.00
Scott Devitt	Wedbush	Raises	Outperform	$225.00	$200.00
Ken Gawrelski	Wells Fargo	Raises	Equal-Weight	$184.00	$177.00
Shyam Patil	Susquehanna	Raises	Positive	$225.00	$220.00
Deepak Mathivanan	Cantor Fitzgerald	Raises	Neutral	$201.00	$196.00
Justin Patterson	Keybanc	Raises	Overweight	$230.00	$215.00
Brian Nowak	Morgan Stanley	Raises	Overweight	$210.00	$205.00
Ross Sandler	Barclays	Raises	Overweight	$235.00	$220.00
Justin Post	B of A Securities	Raises	Buy	$217.00	$210.00
Mark Kelley	Stifel	Raises	Buy	$222.00	$218.00
Barton Crockett	Rosenblatt	Raises	Neutral	$191.00	$189.00
Curtis Shauger	WestPark Capital	Raises	Buy	$220.00	$210.00
Andrew Boone	JMP Securities	Raises	Market Outperform	$225.00	$220.00
Laura Martin	Needham	Raises	Buy	$220.00	$210.00
Michael Morris	Guggenheim	Raises	Buy	$210.00	$190.00
Mark Shmulik	Bernstein	Raises	Market Perform	$195.00	$185.00

Key Insights:

Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Alphabet. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.
Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Alphabet compared to the broader market.
Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Alphabet's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.

Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Alphabet's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.

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About Alphabet

Alphabet is a holding company that wholly owns internet giant Google. The California-based company derives slightly less than 90% of its revenue from Google services, the vast majority of which is advertising sales. Alongside online ads, Google services houses sales stemming from Google's subscription services (YouTube TV, YouTube Music among others), platforms (sales and in-app purchases on Play Store), and devices (Chromebooks, Pixel smartphones, and smart home products such as Chromecast). Google's cloud computing platform, or GCP, accounts for roughly 10% of Alphabet's revenue with the firm's investments in up-and-coming technologies such as self-driving cars (Waymo), health (Verily), and internet access (Google Fiber) making up the rest.

Alphabet's Economic Impact: An Analysis

Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.

Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Alphabet's financials over 3M reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 13.79% as of 30 June, 2025, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Communication Services sector.

Net Margin: Alphabet's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 29.24%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.

Return on Equity (ROE): Alphabet's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 7.96%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.

Return on Assets (ROA): Alphabet's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 5.77%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.

Debt Management: Alphabet's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.1, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.

Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings

Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.

In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.

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