Alphabet delivered a massive first-quarter earnings beat, reporting earnings of $5.11 per share compared to expectations of $2.62. Revenue came in at $109.9 billion, exceeding analyst estimates and marking strong year-over-year growth.
Key drivers included a 63% surge in Google Cloud revenue and continued expansion in AI-related products, with total paid subscriptions reaching 350 million. CEO Sundar Pichai highlighted strong momentum in Gemini AI products and enterprise adoption.
Operating income rose 30%, with margins expanding to 36.1%, reflecting improved efficiency alongside revenue growth. The company also announced a 5% increase to its dividend.
The results underscore how AI and cloud infrastructure are becoming central to Alphabet’s growth story.
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