Alphabet shares surge after dodging antitrust breakup bullet


FILE PHOTO: The Google logo is seen outside the company's offices in London, Britain, June 24, 2025. REUTERS/Carlos Jasso/File Photo

(Reuters) -Alphabet shares closed more than 9% higher on Wednesday after a U.S. judge ruled against breaking up the Google parent, clearing a major regulatory overhang and adding about $210  billion to the company's market value.

The ruling on Tuesday by Judge Amit Mehta allows Google to retain control of its Chrome browser and Android mobile operating system, while barring certain exclusive contracts with device makers and browser developers.

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