Alphabet Inc.
Alphabet Inc.’s Operating Margin at a glance
Alphabet Inc. reports operating margin of 32.1% for Dec 2024. The prior period recorded 27.4% (Dec 2023). Year over year the metric moved +4.7 pts (+17.1%). The rolling three-period average stands at 28.7%. Data last refreshed Dec 16, 2025, 11:15 AM.
Latest reading
32.1% · Dec 2024
YoY movement
+4.7 pts (+17.1%)
Rolling average
28.7%
Current Operating Margin
32.1%
+4.7 pts
+17.1%
Rolling average
28.7%
Latest Value
32.1%
Dec 2024
YoY Change
+4.7 pts
Absolute
YoY Change %
+17.1%
Rate of change
3-Period Avg
28.7%
Smoothed
Narrative signal
Alphabet Inc.’s operating margin stands at 32.1% for Dec 2024. Year-over-year, the metric shifted by +4.7 pts, translating into a +17.1% rate of change versus the prior period.
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How operating margin shapes Alphabet Inc.'s story
As of Dec 2024, Alphabet Inc. reports operating margin of 32.1%. Evaluate cost discipline and operating leverage by viewing historical operating margins.
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Bridge to net income
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Alphabet Inc. (GOOG) FAQs
Answers tailored to Alphabet Inc.’s operating margin profile using the latest Financial Modeling Prep data.
What is Alphabet Inc.'s current operating margin?
As of Dec 2024, Alphabet Inc. reports operating margin of 32.1%. This reading reflects the latest filings and price data for GOOG.
How is Alphabet Inc.'s operating margin trending year over year?
Year-over-year, the figure shifts by +4.7 pts (+17.1%). Pair this context with revenue growth and free cash flow signals to gauge momentum for GOOG.
Why does operating margin matter for Alphabet Inc.?
Operating margin shows the share of revenue left after operating expenses but before interest and taxes. For Alphabet Inc., operating within Technology — Internet Content & Information, tracking this metric helps benchmark management's execution against close competitors.
Is Alphabet Inc.'s operating margin above its recent average?
Alphabet Inc.'s rolling three-period average sits at 28.7%. Comparing the latest reading of 32.1% to that baseline highlights whether momentum is building or fading for GOOG.
How frequently is Alphabet Inc.'s operating margin refreshed?
Data for GOOG was last refreshed on Dec 16, 2025, 11:15 AM and updates automatically every 24 hours, keeping your valuation inputs current.