Google Finance’s New AI Chatbot: What Happened When I Asked for Stock Picks

I asked Google Finance's AI chatbot what stocks to buy — and its answer surprised me

The redesigned Google Finance now integrates AI features that provide deeper insights into financial data. Here's how you can access and test this new tool.

Key Takeaways

• US users can test the AI-powered Google Finance through Google Labs.
• The platform introduces a chatbot and enhanced data visualization tools.
• The chatbot provides information but does not offer financial advice or stock recommendations.

Google recently announced an update to Google Finance, enhancing its platform with new charting capabilities, real-time data on commodities and cryptocurrencies, and a live news feed that keeps you informed with the latest headlines.

The most notable addition is an AI chatbot that answers finance-related queries. Whether you're new to investing or have advanced knowledge, you can ask the chatbot about strategies or data-driven questions, like which stocks had the highest percentage gains yesterday.

However, when I asked the chatbot to suggest stocks based on specific criteria, it declined, explaining that providing recommendations would count as financial advice, which it is not authorized to give.

How to Access the New AI-Powered Google Finance

To try the redesigned Google Finance, visit Google Labs. Look for the toggle labeled "Turn this experiment on or off to access the new Google Finance," then select "Try Google Finance."

Once enabled, you can explore the new features and switch back to the classic version anytime via a toggle.

For finance professionals interested in AI tools and their applications, this update offers a practical way to interact with financial data through conversational AI without crossing into advisory territory.