Google's Big Bid

The following video is from Monday's Investor Beat, in which host Chris Hill and analysts Jason Moser and Andy Cross dissect the hardest-hitting investing stories of the day.

Waze is a leading provider of maps and traffic data. Last month Facebook was reportedly close to buying Waze for $1 billion, but that was then, and this is now. Yesterday it broke that Google is reportedly close to buying Waze for $1.1 billion to $1.3 billion. In the lead story from today's Investor Beat, Jason and Andy analyze what the deal means for Google, why Waze makes much more sense for Google than Groupon, and how it affects shares of Google's stock.

As one of the most dominant Internet companies ever, Google has made a habit of driving strong returns for its shareholders. However, like many other web companies, it's also struggling to adapt to an increasingly mobile world. Despite gaining an enviable lead with its Android operating system, the market isn't sold. That's why it's more important than ever to understand each piece of Google's sprawling empire. In The Motley Fool's new premium research report on Google, we break down the risks and potential rewards for Google investors. Simply click here now to unlock your copy of this invaluable resource.

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