Alphabet reports Q3 earnings missing Wall Street expectations
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October 28, 2026
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Alphabet's Q3 revenue and profit fell short of analyst expectations. Revenue grew 25% to $127.6 billion, while profit dropped by 25% to $26.2 billion. Concerns persist regarding the return on investment for AI spending.
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