Alphabet stock forecast: Third-party price targets
Alphabet Inc. is a US-listed technology company and the parent of Google, generating revenue primarily from digital advertising, cloud computing and AI-driven products and services across global markets. Explore third-party GOOG price targets and technical analysis.
Alphabet Inc (GOOG) is trading near $302.58 as of 10:08am on 19 February 2026 (UTC), moving within an intraday range of $300.83–$305.32 on Capital.com’s stock CFD market feed. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
The move follows Alphabet’s fourth-quarter 2025 results, released on 4 February 2026. The company reported full-year 2025 revenue of about $402.8bn, up roughly 15% year on year, and diluted earnings per share of $10.81 (SEC, 4 February 2026). Management also outlined higher capital expenditure plans for 2026, stating that capex could double year on year to support AI infrastructure and cloud capacity (Reuters, 4 February 2026).
At the same time, US technology equities have faced pressure amid shifting expectations for Federal Reserve policy and debate around AI-related spending across the sector (Reuters, 5 February 2026).
Alphabet stock forecast 2026–2030: Third-party price targets
As of 19 February 2026, third-party Alphabet stock predictions range across the mid-$300s to low-$400s. These projections reflect differing assumptions around AI monetisation, cloud growth, advertising trends, capital intensity and regulatory risk. The summaries below outline selected broker views at the time of publication.
Bank of America (broker update)
Bank of America reiterates a Buy rating on Alphabet and raises its 12-month price target from $335 to $370 per share. The analysts cite expectations for an ‘upside quarter’ in search and cloud, following stronger-than-expected AI-driven spending at peers, alongside higher usage assumptions for Alphabet’s core platforms (Yahoo Finance, 3 February 2026).
Goldman Sachs (broker revision)
Goldman Sachs lifts its Alphabet target to $400 from $375, maintaining a Buy rating. The bank highlights 48% year-on-year cloud revenue growth compared with its 40% forecast and referred to a growing cloud backlog. It also noted continued AI investment and a confirmed Waymo funding round as factors in its valuation framework (Investing.com, 5 February 2026).
Wedbush (broker focus)
Wedbush raises its price target to $370 from $360, maintaining an Outperform rating. The firm refers to generative AI developments and potential advertising monetisation within the Gemini platform, alongside broader AI-driven use cases across Alphabet’s ecosystem (Investing.com, 5 February 2026).
UBS (broker adjustment)
UBS increases its target from $345 to $348 while maintaining a Neutral rating. Analyst Stephen Ju points to ongoing strength in cloud and advertising. The modest revision reflects a balance between AI-related growth drivers and higher capital-expenditure and regulatory risks (GuruFocus, 12 February 2026).
RBC Capital (broker cloud emphasis)
RBC Capital assigns a $400 price target to Alphabet following quarterly results. Commentary references performance in the ‘Search & Other’ segment and progress in AI integration, with several brokers revising targets after the earnings release (Investing.com, 5 February 2026).
J.P. Morgan (broker stance on Class C)
J.P. Morgan raises its GOOG stock forecast to $395 from $385, maintaining an Overweight rating. The firm cites better-than-expected fourth-quarter revenue and earnings per share, approximately 48% growth in Google Cloud, and a notable FY26 capital-expenditure plan. It also notes that increased spending has coincided with near-term share-price volatility (MarketBeat, 5 February 2026).
Predictions and third-party forecasts are inherently uncertain, as they cannot fully account for unexpected market developments. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
GOOG stock price: Technical overview
The GOOG stock price trades around $302.58 as of 10:08am on 19 February 2026 (UTC). The price sits below a broad daily moving-average cluster, with the 20-, 50-, 100- and 200-day simple moving averages (SMAs) near 326, 321, 298 and 245 respectively. The 14-day relative strength index (RSI) reads around 32, placing it in lower-neutral territory. An average directional index (ADX) near 32 suggests a trend backdrop rather than a clearly range-bound market.
On the upside, traders may monitor the classic R1 pivot near 350. R2 around 362 would likely require a sustained daily close above that zone. On pullbacks, the classic pivot near 330 represents an initial reference area, while the 100-day SMA around 298 may act as a technical level of interest. A sustained break below that region could expose the S1 zone near 319 (TradingView, 19 February 2026).
This technical analysis is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any instrument.
Alphabet share price history (2024–2026)
GOOG’s stock price (Alphabet’s Class C shares) has risen over the past two years, moving from about $187.02 at the close on 19 February 2025 to $303 on 19 February 2026. During that period, the stock traded as low as roughly $137–$140 in late February 2024 before forming a sustained uptrend through the second half of 2024.
Momentum accelerated from mid-2025, with prices advancing from the low-$160s in April towards the low-$200s by August, and later into the mid-$200s and above $300 by late 2025. In early 2026, GOOG consolidated in the low-$300s after briefly trading in the mid-$340s in early February. As of 19 February 2026, the shares remain significantly higher year on year, while trading below recent highs.
Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
Alphabet (GOOG): Capital.com analyst view
Alphabet’s share price has advanced from below $200 in early 2025 to the low-$300s by mid-February 2026. Market participants have closely tracked developments in AI and cloud strategy, alongside performance in core advertising. Earnings releases and forward guidance on capital expenditure have coincided with notable price swings.
Revenue growth and expansion in AI-related products may influence market sentiment. However, elevated investment levels, competitive pressures and regulatory developments could also affect margins and valuations.
In the shorter term, trading in the low-$300s follows a rapid move from the mid-$200s in late 2025, with the stock retracing from early-February highs in the mid-$340s. Some traders may interpret the recent consolidation as a pause within a broader uptrend, while others may question whether expectations for AI monetisation and cloud growth are fully reflected in current valuations.
Capital.com’s client sentiment for Alphabet CFDs
As of 19 February 2026, Capital.com client positioning in Alphabet CFDs shows 95.4% of open positions on the long side versus 4.6% on the short side. This distribution indicates that most clients with open positions currently hold a bullish view, while a smaller proportion position for potential downside.
This data reflects open positions on Capital.com at the time of writing and may change.
Summary – Alphabet 2026
- Alphabet’s Class C share price moved from around $190 at the start of 2025 to above $300 by mid-February 2026, following a multi-month advance.
- Technical indicators show the price trading below the 20- and 50-day moving averages, with the RSI in lower-neutral territory and trend strength measured by the ADX.
- Analysts have cited AI and cloud execution, the scale and timing of the FY26 capital-expenditure programme, advertising demand and broader US technology valuations as central valuation factors.
- Recent coverage has focused on fourth-quarter 2025 earnings. Strong cloud growth and AI uptake have featured alongside discussion of higher planned spending and competitive dynamics within the AI ecosystem.
Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
FAQ
Who owns the most Alphabet stock?
Alphabet has a dual-class share structure, with Class A, B and C shares carrying different voting rights. Co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin hold significant Class B shares, which carry enhanced voting power and give them substantial influence over corporate decisions. Large institutional investors, including global asset managers and index funds, also hold sizeable positions through Class A and C shares. Ownership levels can change over time as investors adjust their portfolios and as new regulatory filings are published.
What is the 5-year Alphabet share price forecast?
There is no single, agreed five-year GOOG stock forecast. While brokers often publish 12-month price targets, longer-term projections vary widely and depend on assumptions about AI monetisation, cloud growth, advertising demand, regulation and broader market conditions. Long-term forecasts are inherently uncertain, particularly in fast-evolving sectors such as technology. Traders and investors typically treat extended projections as scenario-based estimates rather than precise predictions.
Is Alphabet a good stock to buy?
Whether Alphabet is considered a ‘good’ stock depends on your objectives, risk tolerance and time horizon. The company operates across search, advertising, cloud and AI-driven services, which may present growth opportunities. At the same time, it faces competitive, regulatory and capital-expenditure risks, and share-price volatility can affect short- and long-term outcomes. Any assessment should weigh potential returns against possible losses and broader portfolio considerations.
Could Alphabet stock go up or down?
Alphabet’s share price can move in either direction. Earnings results, AI and cloud developments, advertising trends, capital-spending plans, regulatory decisions and broader movements in US technology equities may all influence price action. Macroeconomic data and shifts in market sentiment can also contribute to volatility. As with any listed company, past performance does not guarantee future results, and price movements can be unpredictable over both short and extended time frames.
Should I invest in Alphabet stock?
Only you can decide whether investing in Alphabet aligns with your financial goals and risk profile. Shares provide direct exposure to the company’s performance but also carry market risk. Alternatively, some traders use CFDs to speculate on price movements without owning the underlying shares. Before making any decision, consider carrying out your own research and, where appropriate, seek independent financial advice.
Can I trade Alphabet CFDs on Capital.com?
Yes, you can trade Alphabet CFDs on Capital.com. Trading share CFDs lets you speculate on price movements without owning the underlying asset and to take long or short positions. However, contracts for difference (CFDs) are traded on margin, and leverage amplifies both profits and losses. You should ensure you understand how CFD trading works, assess your risk tolerance, and recognise that losses can occur quickly.