Alphabet Class C ( (GOOG) ) has been popular among investors this week. Here is a recap of the key news on this stock.
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Alphabet Class C, the parent company of Google, has been awarded a significant contract by the U.S. Department of Defense, which is part of a larger $800 million initiative to develop advanced AI systems for military applications. This contract, worth up to $200 million, will see Google leveraging its cloud division, which holds the highest level of security clearance, to support sensitive AI workloads. While the financial impact of this contract may be minor compared to Google’s vast market cap, it positions the company strategically in the government and enterprise cloud space, potentially boosting its long-term growth prospects.
In addition to its defense contract, Google has announced a substantial $25 billion investment over the next two years to enhance its AI and data center infrastructure across the United States. A significant portion of this investment, $3 billion, will be directed towards upgrading hydroelectric plants in Pennsylvania, as part of a clean energy agreement with Brookfield Asset Management. This move not only addresses the growing energy demands of AI and data centers but also underscores Google’s commitment to sustainable energy solutions. These initiatives, coupled with strong analyst ratings, suggest a promising outlook for Alphabet Class C’s stock, with a projected upside potential of over 10%.