US Judge rules Google Doesn't Have to Sell Chrome Browser in Antitrust Case

Court Ruling Impact - The court ruled that Google is not required to divest Chrome, leading to a share price spike after hours [1][2] - The ruling suggests the end of exclusive contracts, potentially impacting the Google-Apple agreement [2][5] - The court favors opening up the platform for other companies to bid, without requiring Google to divest any assets [3] Google's Position - The market views Chrome as a key asset, especially concerning its users and AI capabilities, which are crucial for Alphabet's position in GenAI [2][4] - Google's stock experienced a 6% increase following the ruling, highlighting the significance of Chrome [3][4] Apple's Strategy - Apple's stock also saw a rise of approximately 37% in after-hours trading [4] - Apple may explore using other models, possibly from Google (Gemini), to catch up with competitors [5]