Alphabet's GOOGL Surges 2.49% on $7.87B Volume, Ranks 8th in Liquidity Amid Analyst Debate on Breakup Potential

Alphabet (GOOGL) surged 2.49% on August 8, with a trading volume of $7.87 billion, ranking eighth in market liquidity. Recent analyst commentary highlights structural debates over the company’s future. DA Davidson’s Gil Luria reiterated a Neutral rating and $180 price target, arguing that a corporate breakup could unlock value by allowing investors to target specific Alphabet divisions competing with tech giants like AWS, Nvidia, and Tesla. Meanwhile, BofA’s Justin Post maintained a Buy rating, citing stable key performance indicators (KPIs) and Gemini AI’s traction as catalysts for growth.

The Zacks Focus List spotlighted GOOGL for its earnings momentum, with 16 analysts revising 2025 estimates upward by $0.41 to $9.94 per share. The stock has gained 18.25% since its inclusion in May 2025, supported by a 16% average earnings surprise and 23.6% projected annual growth. Analysts attribute this to Alphabet’s dominance in search (94% market share) and expanding AI integration across cloud, advertising, and autonomous vehicle divisions.

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