Tech giant Google (GOOGL) is expanding its AI-powered search tool, AI Mode, to over 180 countries and territories in English, with support for other languages coming soon. This tool helps users ask complex questions and get more helpful, conversational answers. A new feature also lets users share their AI-generated results with others using a “Share” button. This allows friends or family to continue the conversation from where it left off, which is ideal for planning events or trips together. Importantly, users can delete shared links at any time in order to maintain control.
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In addition to global availability, Google is rolling out new “agentic capabilities” in AI Mode. These features help users complete tasks like finding restaurant reservations based on specific preferences such as party size, time, location, and cuisine. AI Mode searches multiple booking sites like OpenTable, Resy, and Tock, then provides real-time options and direct links to book. Google says more capabilities, like booking event tickets or local services, will arrive soon. Currently, these agentic tools are part of an experimental feature for U.S.-based Google AI Ultra subscribers.
AI Mode is also becoming more personalized. Indeed, for U.S. users who join the Labs experiment, Google will now tailor results based on previous searches, preferences, and interactions with Maps. For instance, someone looking for a quick lunch may see personalized suggestions that match past behavior, such as favoring Italian food or outdoor seating. This makes search more relevant, while still letting users adjust or turn off personalization in their account settings.
Is Google Stock a Good Buy?
Turning to Wall Street, analysts have a Strong Buy consensus rating on GOOGL stock based on 27 Buys and nine Holds assigned in the past three months. Furthermore, the average GOOGL price target of $216.47 per share implies 8.1% upside potential.
