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Alphabet sets profit record, plans Sh5.3trillion buyback

FILE PHOTO: The brand logo of Alphabet Inc's Google is seen outside its office in Beijing (Reuters)

Google parent Alphabet Inc on Tuesday reported record profit for the second consecutive quarter and a Sh5.3trillion ($50 billion) share buyback but warned a surge in usage and ad sales during the pandemic may slow as people resume in-person activities.

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