InvestorNewsBreaks – Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOGL) (NASDAQ: GOOG) Trades Below S&P 500 Amid “Value Trap” Debate

Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL) (NASDAQ: GOOG) is currently valued at ~19ร— forward earningsโ€”below the S&Pโ€ฏ500 average of 22.5ร—โ€”making it the cheapest of the โ€œMagnificent Sevenโ€ and sparking discussion about whether its low price represents value or a potential trap. While its search dominance is under siege from AI challengers like ChatGPT and regulatory pressure could force asset divestitures, Alphabet also boasts strong assetsโ€”YouTube, Google Cloud, and Waymoโ€”plus a $70โ€ฏbillion share buyback plan and reliable dividend yield that suggest hidden upside.

As of 5:00โ€ฏp.m. ET on June 11, 2025, Alphabet stock (NASDAQ: GOOG) is trading at $179.13, down $0.88 (โ€•0.49%), with intraday highs and lows between $181.88 and $178.85, on volume of 9.97โ€ฏmillion shares.

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About Alphabet Inc.

Alphabet Inc., parent of Google, leads global search, digital advertising, cloud computing, and video platforms. With a focus on innovation through YouTube, Google Cloud, and autonomous-vehicle unit Waymo, Alphabet is executing a $70โ€ฏbillion share buyback and pays a modest dividend. Its diverse business model and strong cash flows position it for both growth and value creation.

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