For Google stock, this marks a big transition as cloud revenue could overtake search advertising in 2028. However, the article says that does not mean cloud will become a cash engine.
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| Market | US stocks |
|---|---|
| Sector | Communication Services |
| Industry | Interactive Media & Services |
| Market cap | $3.5T |
| Close on 11/03/2026 | 279.91 |
| Change that session | +0.33% |
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