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description: "$Alphabet(GOOGL.US)I am leaning bullish on Alphabet into earnings, but the key test is whether its enormous AI investment is translating into profitable growth. In Q1, Search revenue grew 19% while Google Cloud surged 63% to $20 billion, suggesting AI is strengthening rather than cannibalising the core business. So I will be watching Cloud growth, Search monetisation and operating margins closely. The main risk is Alphabet’s planned $180–190 billion of 2026 capital expenditure, which could pressure free cash flow and increase depreciation. Strong growth combined with disciplined spending would reinforce the bull case. @Captain&#39;s Watch"
datetime: "2026-07-21T15:23:33.000Z"
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# $Alphabet(GOOGL.US)I am leaning bullish on Alphabe…


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