Alphabet (GOOGL) Nears $5T Market Cap Amid AI and Waymo Expansion
Alphabet (GOOGL) has surged past a $4 trillion market capitalization, reaching an all-time high of $337 per share. The Google parent company's growth is fueled by breakthroughs in artificial intelligence (AI) and a robust Q4 performance, positioning it as a top performer in the S&P 500 and Magnificent-7 cohort for 2025. Analysts remain optimistic for 2026, with expectations that GOOGL could rival Nvidia (NVDA) in market dominance.
Waymo, Alphabet's autonomous vehicle subsidiary, emerges as a key growth driver. Initially launched as a Google X project in 2009, Waymo has steadily gained traction in the U.S. robotaxi market, challenging Tesla's (TSLA) dominance. Expansion plans for 2026 could significantly boost Alphabet's revenue and valuation.
AI investments continue to propel Alphabet forward. The company has aggressively funded data centers and AI-focused ventures, cementing its role as a leader in the sector. With institutional backing and technological innovation, Alphabet's trajectory toward a $5 trillion market cap appears increasingly plausible.