About Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL)
Alphabet Inc. is a Internet Content & Information company operating in the Communication Services sector.
GOOGL trades on the US stock exchanges (NYSE/NASDAQ) and is classified as a large-cap stock .
Key Statistics
- Current Price
- $279.84
- Market Cap
- $3.44T
- 52-Week High
- $408.61
- 52-Week Low
- $270.70
- Sector
- Communication Services
- Industry
- Internet Content & Information
$1,000 Invested in Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL)
How much would $1,000 invested in GOOGL be worth today?
What would $1,000 invested in GOOGL 1 year ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) in 2025 would be worth $997 as of November 2026, representing a -0.3% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in GOOGL 3 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) in 2023 would be worth $2,310 as of November 2026, representing a +131.0% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in GOOGL 5 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) in 2021 would be worth $2,055 as of November 2026, representing a +105.5% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in GOOGL 10 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) in 2016 would be worth $6,856 as of November 2026, representing a +585.6% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in GOOGL at IPO be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) at IPO would be worth $112,506 as of November 2026, representing a +11150.6% total return.
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Monthly Returns Heatmap
Over the past 22+ years (266 months), Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) has averaged a monthly return of +2.17% with a median return of +1.90%. The stock had 160 positive months (60%) and 106 negative months (40%). The best month in GOOGL's history was October 2004 with a +47.1% return, while the worst was October 2026 at -18.7%. Historically, October tends to be the strongest month (averaging +7.5%), and February the weakest (-3.0%).
GOOGL'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. (GOOGL) has delivered an average annual return of +27.51% with a median return of +29.52%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is +20.32%. The stock posted gains in 16 years (73%) and losses in 6 years (27%).
GOOGL'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. GOOGL achieved double-digit gains (10%+) in 13 years. It suffered double-digit losses in 3 years.
| Year | Return | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -10.42% | $312.39 | $279.84 |
| 2025 | +65.99% | $188.20 | $312.39 |
| 2024 | +36.01% | $138.37 | $188.20 |
| 2023 | +58.32% | $87.40 | $138.37 |
| 2022 | -39.09% | $143.49 | $87.40 |
| 2021 | +65.30% | $86.81 | $143.49 |
| 2020 | +30.85% | $66.34 | $86.81 |
| 2019 | +28.18% | $51.76 | $66.34 |
| 2018 | -0.80% | $52.17 | $51.76 |
| 2017 | +32.93% | $39.25 | $52.17 |
| 2016 | +1.86% | $38.53 | $39.25 |
| 2015 | +46.61% | $26.28 | $38.53 |
| 2014 | -5.39% | $27.78 | $26.28 |
| 2013 | +58.43% | $17.54 | $27.78 |
| 2012 | +9.52% | $16.01 | $17.54 |
| 2011 | +8.74% | $14.72 | $16.01 |
| 2010 | -4.20% | $15.37 | $14.72 |
| 2009 | +101.52% | $7.63 | $15.37 |
| 2008 | -55.51% | $17.14 | $7.63 |
| 2007 | +50.17% | $11.41 | $17.14 |
| 2006 | +11.00% | $10.28 | $11.41 |
| 2005 | +115.19% | $4.78 | $10.28 |
Frequently Asked Questions: GOOGL
What sector is GOOGL in? ▼
GOOGL 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 GOOGL performed historically? ▼
Over 22 years of trading history, GOOGL 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 GOOGL? ▼
You can invest in GOOGL 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 GOOGL.
Last updated: 11/1/2026