Google's parent company, Alphabet, reported an impressive 81% jump in profit, fueled by a booming cloud business. The company's cloud revenue significantly exceeded expectations, contributing to a strong Q1 performance that has analysts buzzing about future growth.

As Alphabet prepares for upcoming earnings, all eyes are on updates regarding its Gemini project and AI investments, which could further influence the stock's trajectory. With shares trading near record highs, the market is keen to see if this momentum can be sustained amid evolving tech landscapes.