Google’s long-standing dominance in the search engine market faces unprecedented challenges. Despite Alphabet reporting better-than-expected results, some investors are reconsidering their positions. Brazilian fund managers who previously held Alphabet shares (GOGL34) are now taking a cautious approach. According to local media, Wagner Chavez, partner at SFA Investimentos, sold his position over a year ago, believing […]
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