Google surpasses Microsoft to become world's 3rd largest company by market cap
Key Takeaways
- Alphabet overtook Microsoft in market cap, becoming the world’s third-largest company.
- Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway disclosed a $4.9B Alphabet stake last Friday, sparking renewed investor interest.
Google’s parent company, Alphabet, surpassed Microsoft today to become the world’s third-largest company by market capitalization, marking a significant shift among leading technology firms.
The milestone comes as Google’s stock has been climbing since last Friday, when Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway disclosed a $4.9 billion stake in Alphabet. The rare tech investment marks Buffett’s first major bet on the search giant and one of the largest additions to his portfolio this year.
Alphabet’s strong search engine and advertising business continue to generate robust cash flow, giving the company scope to fund its AI ambitions.
The market cap reshuffle underscores intensifying competition among major tech firms, all battling for dominance in AI, cloud, and data‑centre infrastructure. Buffett’s endorsement offers a notable validation of Alphabet’s strategy as the tech landscape evolves.
Disclaimer: The content of this article solely reflects the author's opinion and does not represent the platform in any capacity. This article is not intended to serve as a reference for making investment decisions.
You may also like
Bitcoin News Update: Fundamental Flaws Trigger $3 Trillion Cryptocurrency Collapse During Speculative Frenzy
- Cryptocurrency markets collapsed on Nov 21, 2025, with $1.93B in liquidations erasing $3T in value as Bitcoin and Ethereum plummeted amid unexplained volatility. - Speculative panic and structural fragility drove Bitcoin below $87,000 while 391,164 traders faced losses, highlighting market instability and regulatory gaps. - UK authorities seized $33M in crypto linked to Russian sanctions evasion, while Brazilian firm Rental Coins filed bankruptcy to recover fraud-linked assets. - Analysts warned of prolo
XRP News Today: As Confidence in Altcoins Rises, Investors Shift from Bitcoin and Ethereum to XRP ETFs
- XRP ETFs gained $118M inflows as Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs lost $1.6B in outflows amid market turmoil. - XRP's institutional adoption and new fund launches, like Canary Capital's XRPC, drove its ETF success. - Bitcoin and Ethereum price drops below key levels raised concerns over market stability and crypto-treasury risks. - SEC regulatory clarity boosted altcoin ETF approvals, shifting capital toward XRP and Solana despite volatility.
Bitcoin News Update: Bessent's Public Key Appearance: Sign of Crypto Market Rebound or Indication of Further Decline?
- U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent's unannounced visit to Pubkey Bitcoin bar sparked mixed reactions as Bitcoin fell below $85,500 amid macroeconomic uncertainty. - Market analysts warned against overreacting to signals like Bessent's visit, noting delayed interest rate cuts and equity weakness drive Bitcoin's 28% market cap drop since October. - Institutional buying ($835M) and increased short-term holder activity suggest market resilience, though $1B+ liquidations highlight structural fragility in late 20
ZEC slips by 0.08% as institutional investors show interest and positive fundamentals come to light
- Zcash (ZEC) surged 61.91% in a month despite a 6.29% 7-day drop, driven by institutional buying and privacy demand. - Cypherpunk Technologies , backed by Winklevoss twins, boosted ZEC holdings to $150M, now owning 1.43% of total supply. - A $19M short squeeze on Nov 20 triggered by whale liquidations pushed ZEC above $680, signaling bullish momentum. - Analysts project $800–$1,000 price targets if ZEC breaks $700, citing institutional adoption and decoupling from Bitcoin trends.
Trending news
MoreCrypto prices
More
