About Alphabet Inc. (GOOG)
Alphabet Inc. is a Internet Content & Information company operating in the Communication Services sector.
GOOG trades on the US stock exchanges (NYSE/NASDAQ) and is classified as a large-cap stock .
Key Statistics
- Current Price
- $299.02
- Market Cap
- $3.62T
- 52-Week High
- $350.15
- 52-Week Low
- $142.66
- Sector
- Communication Services
- Industry
- Internet Content & Information
$1,000 Invested in Alphabet Inc. (GOOG)
How much would $1,000 invested in GOOG be worth today?
What would $1,000 invested in GOOG 1 year ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Alphabet Inc. (GOOG) in 2025 would be worth $1,805 as of May 2026, representing a +80.5% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in GOOG 3 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Alphabet Inc. (GOOG) in 2023 would be worth $2,942 as of May 2026, representing a +194.2% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in GOOG 5 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Alphabet Inc. (GOOG) in 2021 would be worth $2,883 as of May 2026, representing a +188.3% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in GOOG 10 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Alphabet Inc. (GOOG) in 2016 would be worth $8,279 as of May 2026, representing a +727.9% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in GOOG at IPO be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Alphabet Inc. (GOOG) at IPO would be worth $120,632 as of May 2026, representing a +11963.2% total return.
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Monthly Returns Heatmap
Over the past 21+ years (259 months), Alphabet Inc. (GOOG) has averaged a monthly return of +2.22% with a median return of +2.00%. The stock had 157 positive months (61%) and 101 negative months (39%). The best month in GOOG's history was October 2004 with a +47.1% return, while the worst was November 2008 at -18.5%. Historically, October tends to be the strongest month (averaging +8.8%), and February the weakest (-3.0%).
GOOG's longest winning streak was 10 consecutive months of gains, while its longest losing streak was 6 consecutive months of losses. The best full year was 2005 with a cumulative return of +84.3%, and the worst was 2008 at -68.7%.
Annual Returns
Over 22 years of trading history, Alphabet Inc. (GOOG) has delivered an average annual return of +27.80% with a median return of +30.07%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is +20.71%. The stock posted gains in 16 years (73%) and losses in 6 years (27%).
GOOG's best year was 2005 with a +115.19% gain, while the worst was 2008 at -55.51%. The longest streak of consecutive positive years was 3, and the longest losing streak was 1 years. GOOG achieved double-digit gains (10%+) in 13 years. It suffered double-digit losses in 2 years.
| Year | Return | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -4.64% | $313.58 | $299.02 |
| 2025 | +65.42% | $189.57 | $313.58 |
| 2024 | +35.62% | $139.78 | $189.57 |
| 2023 | +58.83% | $88.01 | $139.78 |
| 2022 | -38.67% | $143.50 | $88.01 |
| 2021 | +65.17% | $86.88 | $143.50 |
| 2020 | +31.03% | $66.31 | $86.88 |
| 2019 | +29.10% | $51.36 | $66.31 |
| 2018 | -1.03% | $51.89 | $51.36 |
| 2017 | +35.58% | $38.28 | $51.89 |
| 2016 | +1.71% | $37.64 | $38.28 |
| 2015 | +44.56% | $26.03 | $37.64 |
| 2014 | -5.97% | $27.69 | $26.03 |
| 2013 | +58.43% | $17.47 | $27.69 |
| 2012 | +9.52% | $15.96 | $17.47 |
| 2011 | +8.74% | $14.67 | $15.96 |
| 2010 | -4.20% | $15.32 | $14.67 |
| 2009 | +101.52% | $7.60 | $15.32 |
| 2008 | -55.51% | $17.08 | $7.60 |
| 2007 | +50.17% | $11.38 | $17.08 |
| 2006 | +11.00% | $10.25 | $11.38 |
| 2005 | +115.19% | $4.76 | $10.25 |
Frequently Asked Questions: GOOG
What sector is GOOG in? ▼
GOOG operates in the Communication Services sector, specifically in the Internet Content & Information industry. This sector includes telecom companies, media firms, and interactive entertainment businesses.
How has GOOG performed historically? ▼
Over 22 years of trading history, GOOG has posted gains in 16 years (73% of the time). The best year was 2005 with a +115.2% return. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
How can I invest in GOOG? ▼
You can invest in GOOG through any brokerage account that offers access to US stock exchanges. Popular options include commission-free brokers like Fidelity, Charles Schwab, or Robinhood (US), or international brokers like Interactive Brokers. You can buy individual shares or invest through ETFs that hold GOOG.
Last updated: 3/24/2026