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AI Spending Pressures Alphabet and Tesla Stocks
Alphabet and Tesla are facing increased scrutiny from investors due to soaring AI-related expenditures that have overshadowed their growth. Tesla's capital expenditures are projected to exceed $25 billion this year, marking a 200% increase, while Alphabet's capital expenditure forecast for 2026 has risen to between $195 billion and $205 billion. Both companies reported negative free cash flow, with Alphabet at $5.9 billion and Tesla at $1.1 billion.
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Tesla's operating expenses surged by 47% to $4.3 billion in Q2 2026.
Alphabet's cloud revenue surged 82% year-over-year, exceeding estimates.
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