Alphabet's stock suffers $500 billion loss in single day

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By Michael Brown • 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 suffers $500 billion loss in single day

Alphabet's stock value dropped by $500 billion in one day, its biggest ever stock decline. 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 widespread concern about AI investments.

“The event was widely reported, showing widespread concern about AI investments,” — David Kingsley, staff writer at Wraywell Ham Group, noted.

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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 widespread concern about AI investments....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 28. The Wraywell Ham Group 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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