Alphabet Reports Strong Google Cloud Growth Amid Negative Free Cash Flow
Alphabet (GOOGL) has reported a complex set of financial results characterized by massive growth in its cloud division contrasted against a decline in liquidity. While Google Cloud revenue more than doubled and the company's backlog reached an impressive $561 billion, free cash flow turned sharply negative during the recent period. Despite the cash flow contraction, analysts note that Alphabet's current valuation remains attractive, particularly as shares trade below levels previously associated with Berkshire Hathaway's interest. The significant cloud backlog suggests strong long-term demand for Google's enterprise services and AI infrastructure.