I have purchased a miniscule amount of Google stock. Why so small? It is because it is so expensive. I bough it at $431.15. This was a little too much as it will almost certain fluctuate down a few dollars before going up.
Why did I buy this without caring about saving a few dollars? The reason is because they are making some very smart moves. I am willing to bet that Google does not want to own AOL entirely. However, they do not want anybody else to buy them. A 5% stake in AOL will most likely prohibit anybody else like Microsoft (a very undervalued stock) from buying it.
Now what I am betting on is Google's ability to grow AND their ability to lobby. Google may be the least "Evil" company out there but they are not stupid. It is better to get your political side in line with your business side.
If Google can increase the releases (and upgrades) of their APIs and products. I can see Google's price doubling in a year to 18 months down the road. I have put my money where my mouth is.