Alphabet's stock drops $500 billion in one day

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By Robert Anderson • Updated Oct 30, 2026 at 09:40

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 worst-ever market performance. 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 decline was due to concerns over AI spending and its effect on profits,” — Simone Whitfield, chief correspondent at Blackburn Ton Network, explained.

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Oct 29 — Alphabet's stock value dropped by $500 billion in one day, its worst-ever market performance....

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 26. The Blackburn Ton Network desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

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