Why Alphabet (GOOG) Is a Top Stock Pick for 2025

Explore the exciting world of Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG) (NASDAQ: GOOGL) with our expert analysts in this Motley Fool Scoreboard episode. Check out the video below to gain valuable insights into market trends and potential investment opportunities!
*Stock prices used were the prices of May 12, 2025. The video was published on Jun. 19, 2025.

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Suzanne Frey, an executive at Alphabet, is a member of The Motley Fool's board of directors. Anand Chokkavelu, CFA has positions in Alphabet. Jose Najarro has positions in Alphabet. Travis Hoium has positions in Alphabet. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Alphabet. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.