US President Donald Trum has praised Liberian Presiden Joseph Boakai for speaking good English and asked him where he go to schoo,

It may have been this accent that Trump picked up on.

What Trump might have missed is that Liberia shares unique long standing historical connection with America.

English is country official language and many Liberian speak with American accent famous as American Serees.

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The capital is named after a former US president

Liberia capital Monrova was named in honour of America 5th President James Monroe who was supporter of American Colonization Society ACS

The ACS was responsible for resetting freed African Americans in West Africa which finally led to founding of Liberia.

Many streets in Monrovia are named after Colonial American figures reflection city founding and historical ties to America.

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Timothy Weah the son of Liberia former President George Weah is US professional footbal player who plays for Italian club juventus as well as American national team.

His father George is Liberian football legend who won Ballon d’Or in 1995 while playig for Juventus Italian rivals AC Milan.

He is African winner of this award and went to elected president in 2018.

The 25 year old forward was born in America but start his career with Paris St Germain in France where he won Ligue 1 title before moving on loan to Scottish team Celtic.

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Same flags

The flags of libera same the American flag. It features 11 changes red and whte stripes and blue square with single white star.

The Liberian flag was designed by seven black lady all born in US.

The white star symbolises Liberia as first independent republic in Africa.

The US flag  has 13 stripes showing the original 13 colonies and 50 stars one for each state.

Former president the Nobel Peace Prize winner

Liberia produce Africa first elected female president Ellen Johnson Sirleaf.

She was elected in 2005 two years after nation bloody civil war ended and served as president until 2018.

Sirleaf has strong background as she studied at Madison Business College and later went to Harvard University where she graduated as economist.

She get worldwide recognition and accolades for maintaining peaced during administration.

In 2011 along with Leymah Gbowee and Tawakkul Karman she won Nobel Przie for peace for attempts to further women rights.

In 2016 Forbes listed her among powerful lady in world.

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Founded by freed slaves

Liberia was founded by fredd African American slaves in 1822 before declaring independence in 1847.

Ten of Liberia 26 president were born in America.

Thousand of black Americans and liberated Africans rescued from translantic slave ships settled in Liberia during colonial era.

US President Abraham Lincoln declared Liberia independence in 1862 but country gained a lot of US heritage and remained in America sphere of influence during colonial period.

Merck has struck almost $10bn deal to purchase lung disease focused biotech Verona Pharam the US drugmaker mega acquisition in two years as it expands in respiratory medicine.

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The acquisition of Verona increase the New Jersey based pharmaceutical company pipeline with addition of Ohtuvayre a medicien approved in US to treat Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD which analyst analyse could generate annual sales of almost $4bn by mide 2030.

The medicine is in trials as treatment for lung conditions.

The acquisition Mercks highest since its $10.8bn takeover of Prometheus Biosciences in 2023 is example fo pharmaceutical group targeting a biotech with approved product generating revenue to fill gap left by blockbuster drugs coming off patent.

US pharma giant looks to expand footbrint beyond cancer treatment its mega products neard patent cliff.

Merck added on Wednseday that it would pay $107 a share to purchase verona in a deal values target at about $10bn confirming report in Financial Times.

Shares in Verona spiked by 20 per cent in pre market trading as deal value the biotech at premium to Tuesday closing price.

Merck problem have compounded by sales slowdown in Chian for its top selling human papillomaviruse vaccine Gardasil.

Trump tariff policy prompted Merck in May to decrease its 2025 sales outlook.

Davis said he was hunting for deals of $1bn -$15bn in value or even higher if right target rises.

Merck struck up to $2.2 bn licensing deal with China based Jiangsu Hengrui Pharmaceuticals for global rights to heart disease drug.

Merck cancer treatment Keytruda the world mega selling drug almost $30bn a Merck cancer treatment Keytruda the world top selling drug with almost $30bn a year in revenue is coming off patent and being hit by US government price setting rules as soon as 2028.

Shares in Merck famous as MSD outside North America are down 35 per cent over past year giving it market value of $203bn as market close on Tuesday.

The value that this first in class novel mechanism bring is addition to armanentarium of patients facing COPD

Verona Ohtuvayre which launched in US previous year after being approved by Food and Drug Administration for treatment of COPD in adult patients has got off to a winning start with 25000 prescription filled by end of first quarter exceeding analyst expectations.

Verona a London headquartered biotech founded in 2005 has studied same treatment in patients wih host of lung conditions including bronchiectasis asthma and cystic fibrosis in combination with COPD drug widening reach of drug in years to come.

Othuvayre was first new  inhaled medicine approve maintenance treatment for 8.6mn US patients with COPD a leading cause of death destroys lung tissue and function in past two decades.

Its not a steroid based treatment and works by two different enzymes working to open up airways and reduce inflammation.

The acquisition of Veron give Merck as cancer drugmaker a stronger foothold in medicine afte US approval of Winrevair past year a treatment for potentially fatal disease affecting heart and lungs which acquired in its $11.5 bn buyout of Acceleron Pharma in 2021.

The life sciences sector has been destabilised this year by possibility of drug pricing reforms under Donald Trump administration the threat of Tariffs and changes to regulatory and public health agencies under leadership of top US health official Robert F Kennedy Jr a known vaccine sceptic.

Since Davis arrive in April 2021 Merck has ranked as most active pharmaceutical groups for acquistion and deals as measured by number of deals done and dollars spent.

Dogecoin rised 5% amid rising institutional accumulation and technical fallout above key resistance levels.

The most important price movement happened between 12:00 and 13:00 UTC on July 6 with DOGE moving from $0.166 to $0.173 on high trading volume.

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Analysts are monitoring the $0.173 -$0.175 resistance area as break above could lead to further gains.

The price action undisclodes as President Trump Liberation Day tariff deadline continues to weigh on markets.

Elon Musk launch of The American Part speculated to finally integrate DOGE for payments on X has added visibility.

With macro headwinds still unsolved DOGE structure added purchaser are steeping in at each dip a sign of early positioning before a mega step.

Dogecoin surged 5% in the last 24 hours, climbing from $0.163 to $0.171 amid rising institutional accumulation and a technical breakout above key resistance.

The most aggressive action came between 12 and 13 UTC on July 6 when DOGE jumped ro $0.166 to $0.173 on mega volume exceeding 1.14 billion almost 6x its daily average.

Strong volume based help formed at $0.166 with now occuring between $0.170 and $0.173.

Analysts are watching the $0.173 -$0.175 zone as resistance a clean break above could open up a path to $0.180 and $0.21.

On chain data shows while smaller holders have exited position whales holding !M-100M DOGE have accumulated since June 28 signaling long term confidence.

Technical Analysis Highlights

DOGE gained 5.01% from $0.163 to $0.171 between 6 july 3:00 and 7 July 02:00

Support established at $0.166 validated by high volume purchasing pressure

The stronges move happened betwen 12:00-13 UTC with DOGE spiking to $0.173 on 1.14 billion volume.

Consolidation followed between $0.170-$0.173 with resistance test at $0.173 during 21:00-23:00 window

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Immediate resistance levels: $0.173, $0.175 and $0.180 critical support remains at $0.166

In last hour of trading DOGE rose from $0.171 to $0.172 with breakout confirmation between 01:30 -01:37

Volume rises of 12.8M at 01:16 and 8.0

• Frederick W Smith founder of FedEx has died at age of 80.
• He overcame finanical and regulatory difficulties to build FedEX into global logistic company.
• Smith innovative express shipping company revolutionized air cargor establishing the overnight delivery standard.

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FedEX founder Frederick Wallace Smith whose express shipping company modernized air cargo transportation and set standard for positively delivery died on June 21. FedEX has confirmed. He was 80.

It took multiple years for Smith vision to get off ground. Financing hurdles and regulatory restraints extended the time it took to prove huge value of express shipping network for businesses who needed goods like machine parts electronics delivered fast.

FedEX urgent air cargo was at whim of passenger planes.

Smith who led FedEX as chairman and CEO for majority fo his tenure took rough idea detailed in rushed college term paper and molded it into worldwide shipping juggernaut now worth tens of billions of dollars handling millions of packages every day and employing hundred of thousands of people globally.

Fred was more than just pioneer of industry and founder of our great company. He was heart and soul of FedX its PSP culture values integrity and spirit.

After FedEX business took off in 1980. Smith start to wield influence in political field and business.

He forged close ties with presidential candidates and presidents G WBush and J McCain specially and members of US Congress while advocation for minimal trade barriers.

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Progress for company, Smith’s influence

Federal Express did not look back in 1983 the company gained revenue of $1 billion.

It expanded globally throughout the years buying cargo airline Flying Tiger Line in 1989.

The influence of Federal Express Chairman CEO and president grew as his company did.

When japan resisted FedEX attempt to gain increased air rights in country in 1990 Federal Express pressed the Senate to introduce a resolution which it did threatenign sanctions against japanese airlines.

Smith landed a 45 minute meeting with President B Clinton on issue The WSJ reported then Japan ultimately opened up for FedEx under new treaty.

Smith made appearance in 2020 at roundtable with VP Mike Pence in Memphis to discuss the vaccine effort.

By Then public appearance were fewer and farhter between for Smith who ceded his attempt of FedEX president in 2018 and cEO in 2022.

Smith legacy was cemented before then. His idea became a magent in American business with huge attraction to influence presidents and policies while making tens of billions of dollars each year.

It was not Republicans who admited Smith.

In 2010 President B Obama singled out Smith when asked by Bloomberg Business Week to name chief executive he admires.

He is example of sombedoy who is thinking long term Obama added.

Smith was critical of Obama successor D Trump for approach on world trade and use of tariffs.

FedEx coordianted with Trump administration and played mega role in distributing personal protective instrument and vaccine during Covid-19 pandemic.

Smith backed J McCain in his run for president in 2008 serving as national co chair of his campaing committee and raising over $100,000 for Republican nominee.

In 2018 Smith was on of Pallbearers at McCain funeral.

Smith had good friendship with P G W Bush a fraternity brother of his at Yale.

Bush first choice for Defense Secretary after his victory in 2000 election was Smith but decline for medial reasons.

Smith stresses for deregulation and worldwide expansion

Federal Express and Smith had more secure future, federal regulations placed a limit on how much the company could grow its express delivery operations.

Most airlines had to gain approval for new rates and routes from Civil Aeronautics Board and expanding into multiple markets was arduos process.

Federal Express using its small Falcon jets ferrying cargo avoid these regulation in early years.

Various arilines carring cargo and passengers opposed Smith propisal.Finally Smith won out.

In 1977 President J Carter signed the Air Cargo Deregulation Act passed by Congress.

Federal Express had right to operate larger aircraft and expand its operations.

Six six days after deregulation Federal Express gained its first Boeing 727 cargo plane from United Airlines Frock wrote Smith company was in clear and revenues spike after.

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FedEx vision shapes at childhood

Smith was born on Aug 11 1944 to Frederick Smith and Saly Wallace Smith in Marks Missisippi.

He was raised by his mother in Memphis after his father founder and chairman one of largest bus lines in South died in 1948.

Smith had interest in both aviation and business at childhood age.

At age 15 he both learned to fly and begin Ardent Record Company with two of his classmates.

The label first release broke even.

Following his graduation from Memphis University School he attended Yale University starting in 1962 majoring in political science and economics.

In moment immortalized in complany lore Smith 1965 term paper at Yale outlined the basis for what would finally. became FedEX.

“In the paper he laid out the logistical challenges facing first firms in the IT industry. according to FedEX company history.

Most airfreight shippers relied on passenger route systems but those did not make economic sense for urgent shipments. Smith wrote.

He proposed a system designed to accomodate time sensitive shipments like medicine computer parts and electronics.

Smith had descibed his term paper as last minute endevor but felt he had right thinking in chosing out the air freight would move best in system designed for it. not as passenger addon.

The professor gave smith an average grade for the paper.

It tooks lot of time for Smith to rethink about the idea. After graduation he served as US Marine Corps officer from 1966 to 1970.

In his first tour which lasted seven months. Smith was platoon leader and later a company commander.

He returned flying planes of reconnaissance mission and was discharged in july 1969.

Smith moved into Mid South business world after his service purchasing controlling interest in struggling Little Rock based Arkansas Aviation Sales run by his stepfather in 1970.

The funds came from his father estate.

Smith manage to turn company around solidifying its image as timely low cost corporate jet equipment and maintenance center. He face challenges that would inform him of need for express shipping.

While running Arkansas Aviation Sales Smith think back to his term paper. He decided express shipping company would fulfill need worth pursuing full time.

Federal Express was incorporated on June 24, 1971 with federal piece of the name coming partly to woo a possible choice in Federal Reserve Bank.

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NEET UG 2025 results are expected to be decalred shortly. More than 22.7 lakh students await their scores.

Get Live updates on result time, toppers, directlink, counselling documents and much more.

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The NEET 2025 result will be declared today, June 14, 2025. As per the official information bulletin shared earlier by the National Testing Agency NTA, the result was scheduled to be announced by June 14 and now it is expected anytime during the day.

NEET Result 2025 Live: When will the result be out?

As per the official information bulletin announced by the National Testing Agency, the NEET UG 2025 result is expected to be declared by June 14.

Once the result is announced a direct link will be made available on neeta.nta.nic.im where students can check and download their scorecrards.

NEET Result 2025 Live: Where to check the result

Candidates who appeared for the NEET UG 2025 exam will be able to check their results online at official NTA NEET website neet.nta.nic.in. IT is important to keep your application number date of birth and other origin credentials ready in orde to access the result swiftly.

The website will host the result link on homepage once it is officially revealed by the NTA.

NEET UG 2025 Live: Over 22.7 lak students appeared for the exam

The NEET UG 2025 examination was conducted on May 4, 2025, in a single shift from 2 pm to 5 pm.

It was held at 5,454 exam centres located in more than 500 cities across india.

This year the exam saw a record registration of more than 22.7 lak candidates making it one of mega exams in country.

The exam was conducted in pen and paper mode and followed security measures.

NEET UG 2025 Live: Provisional answer key released earlier this month

NTA released the answer key for NEET UG 2025 on June 3 along with recorded replies and queries papers.

Candidates were given chance to challenge the provision key by submitted objections along with non refundable fee of Rs. 200 per question.

These challenges are being reviewd by a panel of subject experts. The final answer key post evaluation will form the basis for declaration of results.

NEET UG 2025 Live: Documents required for NEET counseling

Afte the result is announced candidates who qualify will need to participate in counsellign method.

The following documents will be required during NEET UG 2025 counselling:

• NEET UG 2025 Scorecard
• Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and certificates
• Valid government issuded photo ID Aadhar, PAN, Passport
• 8 passport size images
• Provision allotment letter issued during counselling
• Caste certficiate if applying under reserved category

NEET UG 2025 Live: Eligibility criteria for admission to MBBS/BDS Courses

To be eligible for BDS, MBBS and other undergraduate medical courses through NEET UG 2025 a candidate must

• Be at least 17 years old December 31, 2025
• Have passed Class 12 with Chemistry, Physics, Biology/Biotechnology
• Secure a minimum of 50% marks in these subjects
• Some states or colleges may have additional criteria such domicial requirements or reservation policies.

NEET UG 2025 Live Updates: Medical Courses Accepting NEET Scores

The following coursed accept NEET scores for admission

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• MBSS
• BDA
• BSc Nursing
• BAMS
• BUMS
• BSMS
• BHMS
• BVSC &AH

NEET Result 2025 Live: Exam Difficulty Level; Physics Toughest, Biology Easiest

The NEET 2025 exam held on May 4 was reported to be touger compared to past years especially in the Physics and Chemistry sections.

Multiple candidates and coaching institutes found Physics to be most difficult with strong focus on numerical questions.

Some compared the level of the Physics section to that of JEE Main exam which is famous for its calculation heavy queries.

The Chemistry section was of moderal difficult but turned out to be lengthy and time consuming.

According to expers multiple queries in Chemistry involved concepts from multiple chapter which made them confusing for students.

Biology was easier. Most candidate were comfortable with thise section altough a few trick or unexpected queries were included.

NEET Result 2025 Live: Will Final Answer Key and Result Be Released Together?

The National Testing Agency NTA is expected to release the NEET UG 2025 final answet key and result on same day.

There may be time gap of few hours between two declarement.

As seen in past years NTA usually upload the final answer key first followed by result or scorecard later in day.

NEET Result 2025 Live: Final Answer Key Released

The National Testing Agency NTA has release the ultimated answer key of NEET UG 2025.

Candidates who appeared for medical entrance exam on May 4 can now check the official final key on NEET website neet.nta.nic.in.

The final answer key has been prepared after reviewing all objections submitted by candidates against the provision key.

Only answer in final key wil be considered while calculating the NEET 2025 results.

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NEET Result 2025 Live Fianl Answer Key PDF Direct Link Here

To download the NEET UG 2025 ultimated answer key PDF candidates can visit the official website neet.nta.nic.in and access the link available on online pae or use direct link given below.

 

ALDI has announced that it will be reducing the prices of more than 400 products in all of its locations, so customers can expect some summer discounts.

According to USA TODAY, the discount grocery chain based in Germany, which intends to open 225 additional locations in the United States this year, said that its price reductions, which will begin on June 5 and run through Labor Day, will probably save consumers around $100 million. This is more than the $60 million that was saved in 2023 and comparable to the total amount of money that consumers saved last year as a result of its reductions.

“ALDI storefront promoting summer discounts on over 400 products”

What is the number of ALDI stores in New York?

According to the company’s website, there are 137 locations around the state of New York. They are located in the Rochester area as follows:

Fairport, located at 6687 Pittsford-Palmyra Road
Gates: 3600 Mount Read Blvd. and 714 Long Pond Road; Gates, Greece: 8 Spencerport Road
Irondequoit: 1733 East Ridge Road and 2194 Hudson Ave.
2208 Penfield Road, Penfield
Rochester: 3170 Chili Avenue, Suite T3, 400 Lake Avenue, and 175 North Winton Road

1925 South Clinton Avenue in Brighton;

615 Jefferson Road in Henrietta

Webster: Ridge Road, 915

Which ALDI goods are going to be less expensive?

Previously $1.89, Clancy’s Chili Lime Potato Chips are now $1.79.

Formerly $4.39, Friendly Farms: 2% Ultra-Filtered Milk is now $3.89.

The Protein Pancake Mix from Millville is now $3.49 instead of $3.79.

Previously $6.29, Mama Cozzi’s: Mini Pizza Bagels are now $5.99.

Previously $1.59, Summit: Popz Prebiotic Soda is now $1.49.

At ALDI, value is not a fad. ALDI Chief Commercial Officer Scott Patton stated in a news release on June 5 that “it’s been in our DNA since we opened our first store nearly 50 years ago.”

“We’re going above and beyond this summer to provide more of what makes us unique—excellent products at the most competitive costs.

We want to do everything we can to assist customers enjoy more summer by lowering the prices of the best-selling items in every aisle.

The discount grocery store chain ALDI claims that by lowering the cost of over 400 items in all 2,400 of its locations in the United States, customers will save $100 million over the course of the summer.

In a statement, CEO Jason Hart said, “We want to do everything we can to help shoppers enjoy more of summer by lowering the prices of the season’s best-loved products in every aisle.”

“It’s just one more way we’re stepping up our efforts to help customers load their carts with fantastic deals.”

About 25% of ALDI’s products, including as fresh meat, organic fruit, snacks, and other staples, will now be less expensive for customers, the business announced.

Recent statements and advertisements indicate that the German grocery store has already reduced the cost of the following items, among others:

Red grapes: $1.29 per pound (was $1.99)
Blueberries: $1.89 per piece (was $2.99)
Cantaloupe: reduced from $2.19 to $1.99
Organic Simply Nature Tortilla Chips: $1.69 (previously $1.85)
With food costs rising 2.8% over the 12 months ending in April, according to statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, ALDI’s action comes as food inflation continues to put a strain on American customers’ budgets.

“We’re working hard to unlock even more value for our shoppers, just in time for summer’s lineup of holidays and gatherings where food takes center stage,”

Hart added, despite the fact that customers may notice higher costs at other stores.

Over the past ten years, ALDI has grown rapidly in the United States, as seen by the 2023 acquisition of 400 Winn-Dixie and Harveys outlets.

In 2024, it opened 120 additional locations, and this year, it intends to open another 225.

Aldi has its consumers’ best interests in mind.

The budget grocery store business, which originated in Germany and currently has locations throughout the Southern United States, understands how to make its patrons happy, and not just with their Specialty Selected Vanilla Super Premium Ice Cream.

Aldi has declared that it will be lowering the cost of about 25% of its merchandise.

Yes, in order to make your grocery spend a little lower when you go to the register, they are actually cutting the cost of over 400 items, including vegetables and meat.

Aldi has consistently taken a slightly different approach. In addition to requiring consumers to “rent” shopping carts, they mostly sell private label goods, which they adore (pickle chips, for example).

Aldi is one of the most popular shopping destinations in the South because they are able to lower their costs when other grocers are rising theirs.

“ALDI storefront promoting summer discounts on over 400 products”

Even though the business is well-known for offering some of the lowest costs in the industry, they are now lowering them even further. Customers in the South may save a significant amount of money thanks to Aldi’s announcement that prices on several of its products will be lowered by up to 33%.

Scott Patton, Chief Commercial Officer at Aldi, told USA Today that summer is for camping, grilling, attending concerts, and spending time with loved ones rather than worrying about grocery expenditures.

“That’s why we decided to offer even lower prices on ALDI favorites all summer long.”

Alphabet Inc.: A Dominant Force in AI and a Compelling Investment Opportunity in 2025

Introduction

The parent firm of Google, Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG, GOOGL), is well known for being a pioneer in digital advertising and internet search as well as one of the most powerful companies in artificial intelligence (AI). Alphabet, which has a market valuation of more than $2.1 trillion, is positioned for the next wave of technological change by making significant investments in artificial intelligence (AI) and continuing to innovate across its key business divisions.

Sources:

• The Motley Fool, May 31, 2025

Yahoo Finance, Alphabet Overview, June 2025

Bill Ackman discussing his $12 billion hedge fund strategy including Alphabet and AI investments

Alphabet’s AI Leadership and Strategic Vision

A Decade of AI Innovation

Alphabet has been investing in AI research and development for more than ten years, in contrast to many other businesses who are only starting out in the field. AI is now a key component of many of its major products.

Google Search: AI enhances search results’ accuracy and relevancy.

Google Maps: AI-driven real-time routing and traffic updates.

Google photographs: Users may search photographs by content thanks to AI-based image recognition.

Gmail: AI intelligently arranges emails and filters spam.

Alphabet unveiled Gemini Agent Mode, a cutting-edge AI tool that lets users assign complicated, multi-step tasks to AI, such content creation and in-depth web research, during its most recent annual developer conference, Google I/O 2025.

Sources

The Motley Fool, May 31, 2025

• CNBC, Google I/O 2025 Coverage

• Google Official Blog, Google I/O 2025

Strategic Partnerships and Emerging AI Products

Despite Google Glass’s earlier failure, Alphabet also announced a collaboration with Warby Parker to create AI-powered smart glasses, indicating a new effort to commercialize wearable technology with AI.

Alphabet’s main source of income, advertising, is also changing as a result of AI. Ad placements will now show up in AI Overviews and AI Mode interfaces, showcasing Alphabet’s flexibility and progressive monetization techniques.

Sources:

• The Motley Fool, May 31, 2025

• Warby Parker Press Release, May 2025

• CNBC, Alphabet Q1 Earnings, April 2025

Financial Strength and Market Position

Robust Financial Performance

In 2025’s first quarter, Alphabet stated:

Revenue: $80 billion, which is more than analysts had predicted.

$35 billion is the net income.

Cash Flow Free: $19 billion

As of March 31, 2025, $95 billion in cash and equivalents

These numbers highlight Alphabet’s enormous profitability and substantial financial reserves, which allow it to make aggressive acquisitions and R&D investments to maintain its leadership in AI.

Sources:

• Alphabet Q1 2025 Earnings Report, April 2025

• Seeking Alpha, Alphabet Q1 Earnings Analysis

• MarketWatch, Alphabet Financials

Bill Ackman discussing his $12 billion hedge fund strategy including Alphabet and AI investments

Economic Moat and Network Effects

Alphabet has a strong economic moat to its advantage:

Google Search: As more users create more data, algorithms get better and draw in more users.

YouTube: A huge and varied content ecosystem draws both content producers and watchers, strengthening market domination through a positive feedback loop.

Sources:

• The Motley Fool, May 31, 2025

• Investopedia, Economic Moat

• CNBC, YouTube Monetization

Stock Performance and Valuation

Recent Stock Movement

The price of Alphabet’s stock on May 30, 2025, was $173.06.

Decline so far this year: around 9%

17% lower than the top of about $208.70 in February 2025

Trading range for the past 52 weeks: $142.66 to $208.70

References:

Overview of Alphabet Stocks and Yahoo Finance

Alphabet Price History and MarketWatch

Valuation Metrics

P/E, or price to earnings At the lower end of its historical decade range, the ratio is approximately 19.2.

Yield on Dividends: about 0.46%

Margin of Gross: about 58.5%

Sources:

• Seeking Alpha, Alphabet Valuation

Yahoo Finance, Alphabet Key Statistics

Expert Opinions and Institutional Interest

Bill Ackman’s Bet on Alphabet

Bill Ackman, the billionaire hedge fund manager of Pershing Square Capital Management, has Alphabet as his third-largest stake, accounting for 14% of his $12 billion portfolio.

Alphabet’s stock has increased 143% over the past five years, demonstrating the company’s confidence in its AI-driven expansion.

Sources:

• The Motley Fool, May 31, 2025

• CNBC, Bill Ackman Portfolio Holdings

The Motley Fool Analysis

Despite not being on their list of the top ten companies, Motley Fool experts point out that Alphabet is a good long-term investment due to its strong fundamentals, substantial cash position, and AI projects.

Since its launch, their Stock Advisor service has generated an average return of 979%, which is far higher than the S&P 500’s 171% return.

Source:

• The Motley Fool, May 31, 2025

Industry Context and AI Market Opportunity

AI Market Growth

According to some industry projections, the worldwide AI market is expected to increase from $136 billion in 2022 to over $1.8 trillion by 2030. Alphabet is better positioned to take advantage of this expansion because of its early investments in AI.

Bill Ackman discussing his $12 billion hedge fund strategy including Alphabet and AI investments

Sources:

• Statista, AI Market Size Forecast

• McKinsey & Company, AI Economic Impact Report

Competitive Landscape

Alphabet has competition from other tech behemoths like

Microsoft: Joining forces with OpenAI to incorporate AI into Office and Azure.

With GPUs crucial for AI calculations, NVIDIA is the industry leader in AI hardware.

Amazon: Using AWS cloud services to increase AI capabilities.

Alphabet is well-positioned to compete thanks to its huge cash reserves, software dominance, and expertise in AI research.

Sources:

• CNBC, Tech Giants AI Race

• Bloomberg, AI Hardware and Cloud Competition

Risks and Considerations

Regulatory scrutiny: Alphabet is the subject of ongoing antitrust investigations around the world, which may have an effect on business operations.

Market volatility: Investor mood and macroeconomic shifts continue to have an impact on tech equities.

Competition: Ongoing investment is necessary due to competitors’ rapid AI progress.

Valuation fluctuations: Entry points may be impacted by market swings, even when they are now appealing.

Sources:

• Reuters, Alphabet Antitrust News

• MarketWatch, Tech Stocks Volatility

• The Motley Fool Risk Analysis

Conclusion: Is Alphabet a Good Investment?

Alphabet is a tempting option for long-term investors due to its solid financials, steadfast leadership in AI, and continuous innovation.

It is in a good position to benefit from the AI revolution because of its fair valuation and sizeable financial reserves to support future expansion.

It could be wise to follow seasoned investors like Bill Ackman and include Alphabet in a diversified portfolio, even though some investors might favor the top 10 stocks recommended by the Motley Fool for possibly larger returns.

References:

• The Motley Fool, May 31, 2025

• Seeking Alpha, Alphabet Investment Thesis