$GOOGL Surges 3.1% Amid Softer Inflation Sentiment and AI Optimism

Alphabet Inc.'s (GOOGL) shares rose 3.1% on September 30, 2026, following a softer inflation sentiment that boosted optimism in AI and cloud growth.

A cooler inflation data release helped calm interest-rate pressure, supporting risk appetite and major technology stocks, including Alphabet.

Alphabet's recent quarterly update showed strong revenue growth and rapid expansion in Google Cloud, which reinforced the view that AI demand remains a key tailwind for the company.