10-QPeriod: Q3 FY2023

Alphabet Inc. Quarterly Report for Q3 Ended Sep 30, 2023

Filed October 25, 2023For Securities:GOOGLGOOGGOOGMGOOGN

Summary

Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) reported strong financial results for the third quarter of 2023, demonstrating robust revenue growth and improved profitability. Total revenues reached $76.7 billion, an increase of 11% year-over-year, driven by solid performance across its core segments, particularly Google Services and Google Cloud. The company's operating income saw a significant jump of 25% to $21.3 billion, reflecting improved operational efficiencies and the positive impact of a change in accounting estimate for server and network equipment depreciation. Net income also surged by 42% to $19.7 billion, translating to diluted EPS of $1.55, up from $1.06 in the prior year period. This performance highlights Alphabet's ability to generate substantial earnings growth. The company continues to invest heavily in its technical infrastructure and AI capabilities, as evidenced by its capital expenditures. Furthermore, Alphabet returned significant capital to shareholders through share repurchases totaling $15.9 billion in the quarter, underscoring its commitment to shareholder value.

Financial Highlights

53 data points
Beta

Revenue

$76.69B

56.7% Gross Margin

Net Income

$19.69B

25.7% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$1.55

Total Assets

$396.71B

Cash & Equivalents

$30.70B

Free Cash Flow

$22.60B

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$76.69B
Cost of Revenue$33.23B
Gross Profit$43.46B
R&D Expenses$11.26B
Operating Expenses$55.35B
Operating Income$21.34B
Interest Expense$116.00M
Net Income$19.69B
EPS (Basic)$1.56
EPS (Diluted)$1.55
Shares Outstanding (Basic)12.58B
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)12.70B

Key Highlights

  • 1Total revenues grew 11% year-over-year to $76.7 billion, driven by strong performance in Google Services and Google Cloud.
  • 2Operating income increased 25% year-over-year to $21.3 billion, indicating improved operational efficiency and profitability.
  • 3Net income surged 42% to $19.7 billion, with diluted EPS rising to $1.55 from $1.06 in the prior year.
  • 4Google Services revenue increased 11% to $68.0 billion, with Search & other and YouTube ads showing notable growth.
  • 5Google Cloud revenue grew 22% year-over-year to $8.4 billion, demonstrating continued expansion in the enterprise sector.
  • 6The company repurchased $15.9 billion of Class A and Class C shares during the quarter, reflecting a strong commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
  • 7A change in accounting estimate for server and network equipment depreciation favorably impacted net income by $761 million for the quarter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Alphabet reported total revenues of $76.7 billion for the third quarter of 2023, an increase of 11% compared to $69.1 billion in the same period of the prior year. This growth was primarily driven by Google Services, which saw an 11% increase, and Google Cloud, which experienced a 22% revenue increase.

Profitability significantly improved. Operating income rose by 25% year-over-year to $21.3 billion, and net income increased by 42% to $19.7 billion. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) grew to $1.55 from $1.06 in the prior year's third quarter.

The revenue growth was mainly propelled by Google Services, including Search & other and YouTube ads, which benefited from increased user adoption, advertiser spending, and product enhancements. Google Cloud also contributed significantly with strong growth in its platform and workspace offerings.

Alphabet continues to invest in its long-term growth and AI initiatives, with capital expenditures of $8.1 billion in the quarter. The company also actively returned capital to shareholders, repurchasing $15.9 billion of its Class A and Class C shares during the third quarter of 2023.