Google Search Sees Record-Breaking Query Volume in Q4

Alphabet reported Thursday that Google Search experienced an "all-time high" in query volume during the fourth quarter, driving a 12% increase in search revenue to $48 billion. Chief Business Officer Philipp Schindler attributed the growth to strong performance in retail, finance, and travel verticals. The company also highlighted advancements in its AI-powered search features, including the Search Generative Experience (SGE), though AI was not the primary focus of the earnings call.