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

Alphabet's stock plummets $500 billion in single day

Alphabet's stock value dropped by $500 billion in one day, its biggest ever stock decline. The decline was due to investor fears 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.

“Reports showed a 12 percent drop in Alphabet's shares, erasing $500 billion in market value,” — David Kingsley, staff writer at Halton Ton Financial, explained.

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Timeline

Oct 29 — Alphabet's stock value dropped by $500 billion in one day, its biggest ever stock decline....

Oct 29 — 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 29. The Halton Ton Financial desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Tuesday, Nov 3.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Halton Ton Financial desk and last updated 09:21 UTC.

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