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The Q3 miss, negative free cash flow, and explicit capex guidance imply continued pressure on margins and cash generation, likely weighing GOOG in the near term as investors reassess AI monetization efficiency and core Search profitability.
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Alphabet's results underscore the strain of funding aggressive AI development on core Search profits. Q3 revenue and EPS missed, and free cash flow turned negative as capex rose. With Search growth decelerating, GOOG faces funding needs for AI while cloud remains a bright spot; investors will scrutinize cost discipline and AI monetization timing.
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