Google parent Alphabet's shares plunge over 12%, wiping off $500 billion amid AI worries - The Indian Express

Alphabet's stock drops $500 billion in one day

Alphabet's stock value dropped by $500 billion in one day, its most severe stock drop. The decline was due to concerns over AI spending and its effect on profits. Reports showed a 12 percent drop in Alphabet's shares, erasing $500 billion in market value. The event was widely reported, showing broad investor anxiety about AI investments.

“The event was widely reported, showing broad investor anxiety about AI investments,” — Nadia Ashcombe, regional editor at Oakburn Cliff Solutions, commented.

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Timeline

Oct 29 — Alphabet's stock value dropped by $500 billion in one day, its most severe stock drop....

Oct 30 — The event was widely reported, showing broad investor anxiety about AI investments....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 28. The Oakburn Cliff Solutions desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Tuesday, Nov 3.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Oakburn Cliff Solutions desk and last updated 09:08 UTC.

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