Alphabet Stock Nears Bear Market as Google’s $185 Billion AI Spend Faces Wall Street Test
Alphabet shares fell 3.1% to $280.53 Thursday, extending a 15% slide from February highs, as investors questioned the company’s plan to nearly double capital spending to up to $185 billion in 2026. The drop followed strong revenue growth but came amid broader tech declines, legal setbacks, and concerns that massive AI investments could strain near-term cash flow.