Alphabet 2Q ADJ Eps $8.42; Est. $8.03

The transcript discusses Alphabet's second quarter financial results, highlighting an adjusted EPS of $8.42, which is slightly below the highest analyst estimate. Alphabet's reporting format has changed since it was Google, affecting comparability. Revenue ex-TAC was $17.5 billion, surpassing the most optimistic estimates. The cost per click decreased by 7%, while paid clicks increased by 29%, both differing from consensus assessments.

What was the second quarter adjusted EPS reported by Alphabet?

• $8.00

• $8.50

• $8.42

• $8.03

How does Alphabet's new reporting format differ from when it was Google?

• It reports in a different form.

• It excludes certain revenue streams.

• It includes more detailed revenue breakdowns.

• It uses a different currency.

What was the revenue excluding TAC for Alphabet in the second quarter?

• $17 billion

• $16.86 billion

• $17.5 billion

• $18 billion

By what percentage did the cost per click decrease in the second quarter?

• 5%

• 8%

• 6%

• 7%

What was the percentage increase in paid clicks for Alphabet in the second quarter?

• 30%

• 29%

• 28%

• 25%