Court approves settlement of Alphabet shareholder derivative action - SEC filing

Court approves settlement of Alphabet shareholder derivative action - SEC filing

A federal court has approved a settlement agreement between Alphabet Inc. and shareholders who filed a derivative action, resolving a long-standing dispute over the company's antitrust practices. The settlement, which includes a $100 million payout to shareholders, marks a significant step in addressing concerns over Google's dominance in the search engine market.

The settlement was reached after a federal judge ruled that Alphabet had engaged in anticompetitive behavior by maintaining an illegal monopoly in search. The judge's decision, which came in 2024, required Alphabet to take corrective actions to address the antitrust violations. The settlement agreement, which was filed with the court on June 25, 2025, includes a $100 million payment to shareholders and the implementation of various measures to promote competition in the search engine market.

The settlement is a significant development in the ongoing antitrust case against Alphabet. The company has faced criticism and regulatory scrutiny over its dominant position in the search engine market, which has led to multiple lawsuits and investigations. The settlement agreement is expected to provide some closure to shareholders who had been seeking compensation for the alleged antitrust violations.

The settlement also includes provisions to address concerns about Alphabet's market dominance. The company has agreed to implement measures to promote competition in the search engine market, including the potential sale of certain assets and the adoption of new business practices.

The settlement agreement was reached after extensive negotiations between Alphabet and the shareholders who filed the derivative action. The agreement was approved by a federal court judge, who determined that the settlement was fair and reasonable and provided adequate compensation to shareholders.

The settlement agreement is a significant development in the ongoing antitrust case against Alphabet. The company has faced criticism and regulatory scrutiny over its dominant position in the search engine market, which has led to multiple lawsuits and investigations. The settlement agreement is expected to provide some closure to shareholders who had been seeking compensation for the alleged antitrust violations.

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