1. Alphabet Inc. reported a minor miss on its Q4 2024 revenue estimates, prompting investors to take profits off the table. 2. Despite steady growth in Google Search, concerns over the future of Search amid rising AI tools like ChatGPT prompt a neutral stance on the stock. 3. The article discusses the potential upside if Alphabet's 2025 Search innovations succeed, but highlights current uncertainties making the risk-reward balance less appealing.