Alphabet is the most profitable tech company globally but ranks third by market cap. It is also the cheapest megacap tech stock on a trailing P/E basis. The company’s vertically integrated AI stack gives it a competitive advantage that could attract more investor interest in the future.

Nvidia is currently the world’s largest company by market cap, followed closely by Apple. Alphabet ranks third with a market cap of around $3.9 trillion, just above Microsoft. These four companies are the only ones with market caps exceeding $3 trillion.

Alphabet is already the most profitable tech company, with leading earnings and a reasonable valuation. Its focus on developing a top-tier AI tech stack, including custom AI chips and a world-class large language model, positions it as a strong contender to become the world’s largest company by the end of next year.

Investing in Alphabet now could yield significant returns, as more investors recognize its AI leadership position. While it wasn’t on the Motley Fool’s list of top 10 stocks, Alphabet’s growth potential and market position make it an attractive investment opportunity for the future.

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