Google Posts Record Revenue but Faces First Negative Cash Flow Quarter Due to AI Spending

Google's second-quarter 2026 revenue reached $119.8 billion, surpassing analyst expectations, but the company recorded its first negative cash flow quarter as massive spending on AI infrastructure outpaced earnings. Operating cash flow was $39.1 billion, a 40% increase year-over-year, yet capital expenditures drove net cash flow negative. Search generated $63.3 billion, Google Cloud grew 23.8% to $24.8 billion, and YouTube ads rose over 12% to $11.1 billion, underscoring strong demand for AI services despite the financial strain.

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