Want to see META full AI Analyst Report?
META Stock Chart & Stats
$688.55
-$21.81(-2.95%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$688.55
-$21.81(-2.95%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$520.26 - $796.25
Previous Close$714.6
Volume23.74M
Average Volume (3M)16.62M
Market Cap
$1.43T
Enterprise Value$1.50T
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$81.18B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$86.77B
Price to Earnings (P/E)20.1
Beta1.47
Next Earnings
Jul 29, 2026EPS Estimate
7.17Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.32%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)27.96
Shares Outstanding2,196,045,700
10 Day Avg. Volume19,327,103
30 Day Avg. Volume16,617,728
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-10.75
Price to Book (P/B)7.66
Price to Sales (P/S)8.28
P/FCF Ratio36.09
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.05
Enterprise Value/Revenue7.00
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit8.54
Enterprise Value/Ebitda13.26
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$815.82Price Target Upside18.48% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering37
EPS Forecast (FY)32.93
Revenue Forecast (FY)$252.92B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Massive Scale & EngagementA 3.5B daily reach creates durable network effects and unrivaled ad inventory depth. High video/Reels engagement increases time spent and ad impressions, underpinning sustained advertiser demand and pricing power across multiple surfaces, supporting long-term revenue resilience.
Strong Cash Generation & MarginsVery large operating cash flow and sizable free cash flow provide durable financial flexibility to fund R&D, capex, buybacks, or debt service. High margins mean profits can sustain investments and weather cycles even if growth moderates, supporting long‑term strategic optionality.
AI-driven Monetization GainsRapid advertiser adoption of GenAI tools and business-AI assistants indicates structural product-led monetization. Improved ad conversion and new AI-native ad formats can sustainably raise ARPU and deepen advertiser integration, supporting long-term revenue per user gains.
Bears Say
Very Large, Rising Capital IntensityA multiyear $125–$145B capex program and a $107B jump in contractual commitments materially increase execution and ROIC risk. If AI monetization or component procurement lags, capital intensity could depress free cash flow and lengthen payback periods for investments.
Increased Leverage From Debt IssuanceA $25B debt raise, alongside a rise in debt-to-equity to ~0.39, reduces prior balance-sheet conservatism. Higher fixed obligations and interest exposure limit flexibility to fund opportunistic investments or absorb shocks, increasing financial risk if cash conversion weakens.
Regulatory & Data Governance RisksActive government scrutiny and requests for model review could lead to binding oversight, slower AI deployments, or compliance costs. Coupled with data-exposure incidents, regulatory actions and trust erosion can constrain product rollout and advertiser targeting across jurisdictions.
Meta Platforms News
META FAQ
What was Meta Platforms, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Meta Platforms, Inc. lowest stock price was $520.26 and its highest was $796.25 in the past 12 months.
What is Meta Platforms, Inc.’s market cap?
Meta Platforms, Inc.’s market cap is $1.43T.
When is Meta Platforms, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Meta Platforms, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 29, 2026 which is in 28 days.
How were Meta Platforms, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Meta Platforms, Inc. released its earnings results on Apr 29, 2026. The company reported $10.44 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $6.697 by $3.743.
Is Meta Platforms, Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Meta Platforms, Inc.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Meta Platforms, Inc. pay dividends?
Meta Platforms, Inc. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.525 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.32%. See more information on Meta Platforms, Inc. dividends here
What is Meta Platforms, Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Meta Platforms, Inc.’s EPS estimate is 7.17.
How many shares outstanding does Meta Platforms, Inc. have?
Meta Platforms, Inc. has 2,196,045,700 shares outstanding.
What happened to Meta Platforms, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Meta Platforms, Inc. reported an EPS of $10.44 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $6.697. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -8.55%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Meta Platforms, Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in META
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Meta Platforms Stock Smart Score
Outperform
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$815.82 (18.48% Upside)
$815.82 (18.48% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
META Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 63%
Sector Average 63%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 376.9K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $2.6M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 0.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 1.6%
Last 30 Days ▲ 1.6%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 57%
Bearish news 43%
Bearish news 43%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-23.43%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
33.22%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
41.05%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Meta Platforms, Inc.
Meta Platforms Inc., which operated as Facebook, Inc. until its October 2021 rebranding, is a technology enterprise focused on developing innovative products that empower people globally to connect and share with their friends and family. These services are accessible across a variety of digital platforms, including mobile phones, personal computers, virtual reality devices, and wearables. The company's activities are organized into two principal divisions: the Family of Apps and Reality Labs. The Family of Apps segment encompasses well-known platforms such as: Facebook, where users can share content, participate in discussions, explore new interests, and build connections. Instagram, a vibrant community dedicated to sharing visual media like photos and videos, sending private messages, and utilizing features such as user feeds, ephemeral stories, short video reels, live streams, and integrated shopping functionalities. Messenger, a dedicated application that facilitates text, audio, and video communications, enabling individuals to communicate with their social networks, communities, and even businesses across different devices and operating systems. WhatsApp, a widely adopted and secure messaging service employed by individuals and enterprises for private communication and financial transactions. The Reality Labs division concentrates on pioneering augmented and virtual reality technologies. This segment is responsible for creating consumer-grade hardware, sophisticated software, and engaging content, all aimed at fostering a sense of connection among people, regardless of their physical location or time zone. Meta Platforms Inc. was founded in 2004 and its corporate headquarters are situated in Menlo Park, California.
META Company Deck
META Earnings Call
Q1 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
Overall the call conveyed strong operational momentum—robust revenue and ad metrics, significant engagement gains (especially video and Reels), rapid adoption of AI products (Muse Spark / Meta AI), accelerating business-AI usage, and large infrastructure investments to scale AI. Key risks highlighted include sharply higher expenses and capital commitments, Reality Labs softness in headsets, one-time tax volatility, geographic outages and regulatory/legal risks, and unrealized investment losses. On balance the positives around growth, monetization improvements, product momentum, and cash/profitability outweighed the near-term cost and regulatory headwinds.View all META earnings summariesMETA Revenue Breakdown
97.62% Advertising
1.29% Other revenue
1.10% Reality Labs
META Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$815.82
▲(18.48% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
0.07% Insiders
23.78% Mutual Funds
19.16% Other Institutional Investors
34.56% Public Companies and Individual Investors