1 Big Surprise From Meta Platforms' Earnings

Meta Platforms (META 0.49%) recently reported earnings that handily beat expectations on both the top and bottom lines, but the expected capital expenditures for 2026 were the real highlight of the company's report. In this video, you'll hear why two Fool.com analysts were not only surprised at the rate of spending, but at how the market reacted to it.

The Motley Fool • 2 hours ago

Meta Platform Shares Jump on Strong Outlook. Can the Stock's Momentum Continue?

Meta Platforms' ad revenue climbed in Q4, powered by its AI models. Meanwhile, growth is expected to accelerate meaningfully in Q1.

The Motley Fool • 14 hours ago

1 Prediction for Meta Platforms in 2026

Meta continues to allocate massive sums on AI-related capital expenditures, occasionally raising its forecasts. The business is very profitable, but investors should start to wonder if this spending will pay off.

The Motley Fool • 6 hours ago

‘Marketplace for predators': Meta faces jury trial over child exploitation claims

New Mexico attorney general accuses Meta of failing to safeguard children against trafficking and sexual abuse

The Guardian • 11 hours ago

Meta's Ad Engine Powers Growth Despite Soaring Costs: Analyst

Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ: META) stock surged after the company said ad sales are picking up fast and profits will keep growing, giving Wall Street fresh confidence that its AI push is paying off. The big question now is whether that momentum can hold as Meta ramps up spending on data centers, chips, and new tech to fuel its next wave of growth.

Benzinga • 2 hours ago

Meta Platforms Q4 FY25 Earnings Analysis: Everything On Black

Meta Platforms, Inc. maintains exceptional fundamentals: 22% TTM revenue growth, 82% gross margins, and a $23 billion net cash position. But capital commitments are rising, with heavy datacenter investments from both on- and off-balance sheet sources. We see modest near-term upside to $800-$830, and risk/reward that can be controlled with a stop-loss a little below the proximate 200-day moving average.

Seeking Alpha • 8 hours ago

$135 Billion More Reasons For The FTC To Drop Its Meta Lawsuit

The markets aren't left or right, Democrat or Republican, or for that matter, iPhone or Android. They simply ARE.

Forbes • 7 hours ago

Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know

Meta Platforms (META) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

Zacks Investment Research • 7 hours ago

Meta's Valuation Needs A Reality Check

Meta Platforms, Inc. delivered strong Q4 and FY25 results, with revenue and EPS exceeding consensus and a 7% post-earnings stock jump. Despite macro fears over AI spending, META's fundamentals remain robust, and the current valuation offers an attractive entry for long-term investors. Management guides for Q1 2026 revenue acceleration and is making bold AI and hardware investments, notably in Meta Superintelligence Labs and Ray-Ban smart glasses.

Seeking Alpha • 5 hours ago

Meta Platforms: Pounding The Table After A 'Grand Slam' Quarter

Meta Platforms remains a top pick, with accelerating growth and compelling valuation despite aggressive AI-driven CapEx. META delivered 23.8% YoY revenue growth, robust ad margins, and is guiding for up to 30% top-line growth next quarter. AI investments are visibly boosting ad impressions and platform engagement, while Reality Labs losses are peaking with a strategic pivot to smart glasses.

Seeking Alpha • 2 hours ago