Highlights

  • DZ Bank reiterates Buy rating amid broad positive analyst coverage.
  • Consensus target price of $351.60 indicates 16% gap to last close.
  • Quarterly earnings beat estimates on stronger revenue and margins.

Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOGL) closed at $305.72 on February 13, 2026, down $3.28, as DZ Bank reiterated its Buy rating on the stock. The reaffirmation comes during a period of price weakness that has brought valuation metrics back into focus, while brokerage sentiment has largely remained positive.

Analyst Consensus and Long-Term Growth Projections

According to EODHD/Others data (as of February 16, 2026), the stock carries a Buy-equivalent consensus recommendation. The average target price stands at $351.60, representing a 16% difference from the latest closing price of $305.72. The same dataset places the company’s long-term growth rate at 18.0%, reflecting expectations tied to its advertising and cloud operations.

Brokerage Target Price Updates

Several research firms recently adjusted their price objectives. Citizens JMP reiterated a Market Outperform rating with a $385 target, Moffett Nathanson raised its target to $350, and Truist Financial set a $385 price objective. Sanford C. Bernstein increased its target to $335 with a Market Perform rating, while JPMorgan Chase & Co. maintained its Buy stance.

Quarterly Earnings Outperform Estimates

Alphabet reported earnings per share of $2.82 for its latest quarter, exceeding the consensus estimate of $2.57. Revenue totaled $113.83 billion, ahead of analyst expectations of $111.24 billion. Profitability metrics included a return on equity of 35.01% and a net margin of 32.81%. Analysts expect full-year earnings to reach approximately $8.90 per share.

Business Structure and Revenue Drivers

Alphabet was created in 2015 as a holding company for Google and a portfolio of technology-focused businesses. Its core operations include Google Search, YouTube, Android, Chrome, Gmail, Google Maps, and Google Workspace, alongside advertising platforms that contribute the majority of revenue. The company also develops consumer hardware such as Pixel and Nest devices and operates Google Play. Beyond consumer services, Google Cloud provides enterprise infrastructure, data analytics, and productivity tools to businesses and institutions.